Chelsea goalkeeper Emi Martinez has given an update from his hospital bed after undergoing surgery on his jaw following an awful clash of heads against Everton
Emi Martinez in hospital
Emi Martinez in hospital(Image: Instagram/emi_martinez26)
View 2 Images
Emi Martinez has taken to social media to reassure fans following surgery on his jaw after a sickening collision with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite during Chelsea's 2-0 victory over the Toffees. The goalkeeper suffered the injury in a horrifying clash of heads with Branthwaite, who flung himself towards Martinez while attempting to meet a cross into the box.
Both players were left motionless on the pitch as the match was brought to a standstill for over 10 minutes while Martinez received medical attention. Chelsea's players immediately called for assistance, with Levi Colwill seen holding his head in his hands after witnessing the frightening incident unfold.
Martinez was eventually stretchered off the pitch, and could be seen moving as he was carried away, his hands placed either side of his head, as per football.london.
In a post shared on Instagram, alongside a selfie taken from his hospital bed, Martinez said: "Thanks to everyone for the messages, the operation went well.
"The most important thing is that we won and with a bow at 0. We'll be back in a few weeks."
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 17: Emiliano Martinez of Chelsea during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Everton and Chelsea FC at Hill Dickinson Stadium on October 17, 2026 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
(Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
View 2 Images
In the comment section, there were several Chelsea stars who sent their well-wishes to the goalkeeper. Morgan Rogers said: "My GK [Loveheart emojis]" while Moises Caicedo said: "My little brother[hearts]."
Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso confirmed that Martinez was conscious when he left the stadium earlier in the day. "It was a concussion, but beyond that I do not know," he said speaking after the game.
"I have only seen one clip of the incident, so we need to wait.
"What we know is that he left the stadium conscious and is now in hospital undergoing precautionary tests.
"We need to wait. Hopefully it will not be too serious, but at the moment we just have to wait."
Chelsea later released a statement, saying: "Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has undergone successful surgery on a fractured jaw.
"Martinez was injured following a collision midway through the second half of our 2-0 victory over Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday.
"Martinez was taken to hospital for further assessment, which confirmed a fractured jaw that required surgery.
"Everyone at Chelsea wishes Emi a speedy recovery and will support him throughout."