Chelsea goalkeeper Martinez says he'll be back playing in a few weeks after a head clash
LONDON (AP) — Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez says he will be “back in a few weeks” after undergoing surgery following a clash of heads during Chelsea’s 2-0 win at Everton in the Premier League.Martinez collided Saturday with Jarrad Branthwaite as the pair challenged for a cross and after more than eight minutes of treatment, the Argentina international was carried off on a stretcher to a…
Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez is set to return to action in a few weeks following a head clash during Chelsea's Premier League match against Everton. The incident occurred during the game on Saturday when Martinez collided with Jarrad Branthwaite while challenging for a cross. Following the collision, Martinez received extensive medical attention and was eventually transported on a stretcher to an ambulance.
In a post on Instagram, the goalkeeper expressed gratitude for the support received and confirmed that the surgical procedure went well. He further reassured fans that he would be back in action "in a few weeks." Martinez's performance was instrumental in Chelsea's 2-0 victory, which also marked the team's first clean sheet in the Premier League in nine months.
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