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Martínez Taken to Hospital After Head Injury in Chelsea Win
The goalkeeper suffered a collision in the second half and left the field on a stretcher before being sent for tests.
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Collision and Treatment
Emi Martínez, 34, collided with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite in the 67th minute while trying to clear a free kick at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. The Argentina international received extended attention from medical staff on the pitch and was stretchered off while receiving oxygen. Branthwaite was able to continue after receiving treatment.
Substitution and Added Time
Martínez was replaced by 21-year-old goalkeeper Mike Penders in the 75th minute. Officials added 11 minutes of injury time at the end of the match because of the lengthy stoppage for the goalkeeper's care. Martínez remained conscious as he left the stadium and was taken to hospital for precautionary tests.
Chelsea Secure Victory
Pedro Neto scored twice to give Chelsea all three points from the Premier League match against Everton. The team expressed satisfaction with the result while sending best wishes to the injured goalkeeper.
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