- Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was stretchered off after a severe clash of heads with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite during a 2-0 win.
- The incident occurred during a cross into the Everton box, resulting in a 10-minute stoppage as medical staff treated Martinez on the pitch.
- Martinez was replaced in the 73rd minute by Belgian reserve goalkeeper Mike Penders, who made his Premier League debut with Chelsea leading 1-0.
- The Argentinian goalkeeper was seen moving his arms as he was stretchered down the tunnel, offering a positive sign regarding his recovery; Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite was cleared to continue playing after successfully undergoing concussion checks on the pitch.
- Pedro Neto scored twice as Xabi Alonso’s men secured their first clean sheet of the season.
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Chelsea goalkeeper Emi Martinez stretchered off after sickening collision
