Zion Suzuki has helped Aston Villa to quickly forget about Emi Martinez, Brad Friedel has told GOAL, with the Japan international goalkeeper becoming Unai Emery’s “signing of the season”. There was a World Cup-winning void to be filled in the West Midlands during the summer of 2026, with £30 million ($40m) being invested in recruiting a new No.1.
Chelsea and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez believes his nation would defeat Spain if they replayed their recent World Cup final today. Despite praising the Spanish players, the veteran shot-stopper remains confident that Lionel Scaloni's squad are currently the superior side following their extra-time heartbreak.
Emiliano Martinez has opened up on the harrowing physical toll of his career, admitting that a significant finger injury sustained earlier this year will never truly heal. The Chelsea goalkeeper revealed he was forced to play through extreme pain to help Argentina, leaving him with permanent damage that still affects his game today.
Chelsea will be without goalkeeper Emi Martinez for several weeks after the Argentina international underwent surgery on a fractured jaw. Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed the major injury blow ahead of his side's highly anticipated Premier League clash against Tottenham Hotspur this weekend.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed young goalkeeper Mike Penders is ready for his full Premier League debut against Tottenham Hotspur. Alonso revealed he spoke with Thibaut Courtois about Penders, highlighting the striking similarities between the Belgian international and the teenage stopper.
Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has provided a positive update for supporters after undergoing surgery on a jaw injury sustained during Saturday's Premier League clash against Everton. The Argentina international was forced off on a stretcher following a worrying collision, but he has now broken his silence from his hospital bed to outline his recovery timeline.
Chelsea secured their first clean sheet in nine months after defeating Everton, though the victory was marred by a serious injury to goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. The Argentinian was stretchered off following a heavy collision, paving the way for young prospect Mike Penders to make an unexpected Premier League debut and help his side maintain the shutout.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has provided an encouraging update regarding the condition of Emi Martinez after the goalkeeper was stretchered off during Saturday's Premier League victory over Everton. The World Cup winner was rushed to a local hospital following a sickening clash of heads that left both sets of players and supporters in a state of visible concern.
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has opened up on his decision to swap Aston Villa for Chelsea, admitting that a painful international defeat sparked his desire for a fresh start. The veteran goalkeeper secured a bargain move to Stamford Bridge following a summer of major upheaval for both club and country.
Emiliano Martinez has opened up on the "massive void" Lionel Messi will leave when he retires from international football. The Chelsea goalkeeper expressed his pride in helping the captain achieve World Cup glory while emphasising the need for the next generation to step up in his absence.
Xabi Alonso has boldly claimed that Chelsea striker Joao Pedro can be likened to one-time Real Madrid ‘Galactico’ Karim Benzema. Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink agrees with that assessment, and the former Blues star has explained - during an exclusive interview with GOAL - four qualities that the Brazil international shares with the legendary French goalscorer.
Reece James and Emi Martinez have been set a leadership challenge at Chelsea, with Frank Lebouef telling GOAL that the Blues have become “too nice” as a collective. He wants to see senior figures, especially those donning the captain’s armband, ask questions of those around them when individual standards are allowed to slip - with clean sheets proving hard to come by at present.
Emiliano Martinez has reported for international duty determined to give Lionel Messi an unforgettable Argentina farewell at Estadio Monumental despite lingering World Cup final heartbreak. The goalkeeper admitted the narrow defeat against Spain remains an enduring sting, yet insisted the squad will rally to ensure their captain departs with a celebratory occasion.
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has officially been cleared of any wrongdoing following a controversial incident that left Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez requiring medical treatment. The Brazilian defender appeared to catch the former Gunners shot-stopper in the face with his boot during the heated London derby at the Emirates Stadium.
Emi Martinez is still in the process of finding his feet at Chelsea, but Robert Huth has told GOAL why the World Cup-winning goalkeeper’s “win at all costs” mentality will ultimately serve the Blues well. The Argentina international has been taken to Stamford Bridge as an upgrade on Robert Sanchez, as he boasts the kind of “character” that his shot-stopping predecessor lacked.
Mikel Arteta has lauded Xabi Alonso and Chelsea for their shrewd acquisition of Emiliano Martinez as Arsenal prepare to host their London rivals in a blockbuster early-season clash. The Spanish tactician believes the World Cup-winning goalkeeper is exactly what the Blues needed to solidify their defence and significantly enhance their Premier League title credentials this term.
