Chelsea's Martinez taken to hospital for 'precautionary tests'

BBC News Saturday 17 October 2026, 16:02 UTC 1 min read

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Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was taken to hospital as Chelsea's 2-0 win at Everton on Saturday meant they secured their first clean sheet in nine months.

Chelsea (ORG) Martinez (PERSON) Emiliano Martinez (PERSON) Everton (ORG)

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