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Emi Martínez to miss 6-7 weeks after jaw surgery following injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 2:55 AM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Emi Martínez to miss 6-7 weeks after jaw surgery following injury
Summary

Emiliano Martínez of Chelsea sustained a fractured jaw during a Premier League match against Everton on October 17, 2026. The injury occurred after a collision with defender Jarrad Branthwaite, leading to Martínez being stretchered off the field and hospitalized. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed that Martínez underwent surgery, which was successful, but will be sidelined for 6-7 weeks. The young goalkeeper Mike Penders is expected to step in during Martínez's recovery.

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  • •Emiliano Martínez injured his jaw against Everton on October 17.
  • •Surgery confirmed to be successful; recovery may take 6-7 weeks.
  • •Mike Penders likely to start in goal for Chelsea during recovery.
  • •Martínez confirmed the operation went well via social media.
  • •Collision with Jarrad Branthwaite prompted the stretcher exit.
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  • 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Emi Martínez set to miss 6-7 weeks after surgery on fractured jaw — report
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Chelsea’s first-choice goalkeeper doing okay, but set to miss several weeks

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