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What Happened to Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez? Goalkeeper Taken to Hospital After Frightening Collision
The Argentine goalkeeper was involved in a concerning incident during Chelsea's match against Everton. He received treatment on the pitch for more than eight minutes before being stretchered off, with his manager confirming he remained conscious.… Show More
The Argentine goalkeeper was involved in a concerning incident during Chelsea's match against Everton. He received treatment on the pitch for more than eight minutes before being stretchered off, with his manager confirming he remained conscious.
Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez was stretchered off during Chelsea's match against Everton following a heavy collision with Jarrad Branthwaite in the 66th minute.
The Argentina international goalkeeper came out to challenge for a cross from a set piece inside the Chelsea penalty area and collided with the Everton defender.
Medical teams from both clubs immediately rushed onto the pitch as the match was stopped.
Martínez remained on the ground receiving treatment at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool, prompting concern among those watching.
Dibu Martínez receives lengthy treatment before being stretchered off
The collision resulted in a prolonged stoppage as medical staff attended to both players.
Martínez initially moved one arm before remaining motionless on the pitch.
Branthwaite was also left on the ground after the impact, but the Everton defender recovered and was able to continue playing.
The Argentine goalkeeper received treatment for more than eight minutes before being taken off in the 74th minute.
He was placed on a stretcher with a neck brace and fully immobilized as a precaution.
Importantly, Martínez was conscious and moving his hands as he left the field.
Xabi Alonso provides update on Emiliano Martínez's condition
Speaking after the match, Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed that Martínez had been taken to hospital for further assessment.
"As far as I know, he left the stadium conscious and is currently in hospital undergoing precautionary tests. That's all I know so far," Alonso said, according to comments released through Chelsea's official channels.
The manager also emphasized that the club would need to wait for further information.
"Hopefully it's nothing too serious, but now we have to wait," he added.
No definitive medical diagnosis has been announced based on the information currently available.
Three key facts about Emiliano Martínez's injury scare
- The collision: Martínez collided with Jarrad Branthwaite while challenging for a set-piece cross in the 66th minute.
- Stretchered off: The goalkeeper received treatment for more than eight minutes before leaving the pitch fully immobilized, wearing a neck brace and remaining conscious.
- Hospital assessment: Xabi Alonso confirmed that Martínez was undergoing precautionary tests, with further medical information still pending.
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