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Emiliano Martinez

Argentina goalkeeper who departed Aston Villa to join Chelsea in August 2026, with the 33-year-old international transferred for £7.5m.

2026-06-222026-10-07

In coverage

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Chronicle

    … Emiliano Martinez Even Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez admitted there was a change in momentum after the opening goal as England sat back and looked to defend. …

    Tuchel’s defensive tactics cost England
  3. The Chronicle

    … Emiliano Martinez Even Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez admitted there was a change in momentum after the opening goal as England sat back and looked to defend. …

    Tuchel’s defensive tactics cost England
  4. Joy Online

    … They were indebted to Emiliano Martinez for staying ahead. Breel Embolo escaped Lisandro Martinez’s handcuffs and raced through on goal, only for the goalkeeper to race from his line and avert the danger. …

    Argentina sink Switzerland to set up England semi
  5. Joy Online

    … Centre midfielder Deroy Duarte found himself in space in the penalty area and the Ludogorets man did not hesitate, finishing precisely through Lisandro Martinez’s legs and past Emiliano Martinez to draw Cabo Verde level with the reigning champions. …

    Argentina survive Cabo Verde scare to book Egypt date
  6. June 2026
  7. Joy Online

    … Before Messi’s second, Austria – managed by former Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick – had a chance to make it 1-1, but Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez pushed away a powerful free-kick from Marcel Sabitzer. …

    2026 World Cup: Messi scores twice as Argentina beat Austria

Saturday 19 September

  1. Suzuki impresses in first Premier League appearance for Villa

    Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, signed from Parma for around £30m in August, made key saves and distributed the ball effectively in Aston Villa's first Premier League win of the season against Tottenham, demonstrating he can fill the void left by departing Argentina number one Emiliano Martinez.

    19 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Three African goalkeepers nominated for 2026 Ballon d'Or award

    Yassine Bounou of Morocco, Édouard Mendy of Senegal, and Vozinha of Cape Verde have been named among the 10 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or Men's Goalkeeper of the Year, competing against top goalkeepers including Thibaut Courtois, David Raya, and others.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Ollie Watkins scores on Saudi Pro League debut

    England international Ollie Watkins marked his Saudi Pro League debut with a goal as Al-Hilal beat Al-Ahli 3-0. The 30-year-old, who joined from Aston Villa for £51m, was introduced at half-time and headed home Sultan Mandash's cross near the end of the match.

    3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Chelsea allows Mudryk to Spurs, Sanchez to Como

    Chelsea have accepted offers from Tottenham for wingers Mykhailo Mudryk and defender Tosin Adarabioyo, and from Italian side Como for goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, with the trio expected to leave subject to agreeing personal terms.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. Chelsea agree £7.5m fee for Aston Villa goalkeeper Martinez

    Chelsea have agreed a £7.5m fee to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, with the 33-year-old Argentina international set to undergo a medical at Stamford Bridge. The move follows concerns over Robert Sanchez's recent performances and comes days before the transfer deadline.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Chelsea beat Luton 2-0 with Welbeck debut goal, Fernandez omitted

    Danny Welbeck scored on his debut as Chelsea defeated Luton Town 2-0 in the Carabao Cup third round, with Enzo Fernandez left out of the squad amid reports of talks with Manchester City. Manager Alonso stated the omission was his decision, citing the specific fixture and upcoming Brighton match.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Aston Villa close to £65m deal for Chelsea striker Jackson

    Aston Villa are near agreement to sign striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for up to £65m (£47.5m initial plus £17.5m add-ons), with Jackson expected to reunite with Unai Emery. His arrival would likely trigger England international Ollie Watkins' move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 20 August

  1. Arsenal agree £50m-plus deal for Aston Villa defender Konsa

    Arsenal have agreed a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, an England international who will have a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium. The 28-year-old, who joined Villa in July 2019, has made 286 appearances over the past seven seasons.

    20 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Arsenal agrees £50m deal to sign Aston Villa defender Konsa

    Arsenal have agreed a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, who is set to have a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium.

    20 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 27 July

  1. Cape Verde's Lopes Cabral wins 2026 World Cup Goal of Tournament

    Sidny Lopes Cabral's goal for Cape Verde against Argentina in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been voted the Hyundai Goal of the Tournament. The Cabo Verdean player's curled strike from inside the box made it 2–2 in extra time and beat goals from Uzbekistan's Eldor Shomurodov and Haiti's Wilson Isidor for the honour.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Spain wins 2026 World Cup, defeating Argentina one-nil

    Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring in extra time. Spain's second men's World Cup title was widely praised as a fitting reward for their technically superior performance, in which they dominated possession at 65 per cent and registered 20 shots including 11 on target.

    21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 20 July

  1. Spain wins 2026 World Cup final, defeats Argentina

    Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 115th minute after Argentina's Enzo Fernández was sent off in the second half. Spain's triumph, their second world title after 2010, was marked by their defensive strength as they conceded just one goal throughout the tournament.

    20 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 19 July

  1. Spain win 2026 FIFA World Cup, beating 10-man Argentina 1-0

    Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring in the 106th minute. The victory gave Spain their second World Cup title and first since 2010, with Argentina finishing the match down to 10 men after Enzo Fernández's red card.

    19 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 17 July

  1. Tuchel's defensive shift costs England World Cup semi-final

    England led 1-0 against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final but manager Thomas Tuchel switched to a defensive approach; Argentina scored twice in the final minutes through Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez to eliminate England. England had only 12% possession after taking the lead and introduced defenders rather than forwards.

    17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. England lose World Cup semi-final to Argentina after defensive shift

    England led 1-0 against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final but conceded two goals in the 85th and 92nd minutes after manager Thomas Tuchel switched to a defensive approach, with the team holding only 12% possession after taking the lead. Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez noted the momentum shift as England brought on defensive players rather than pushing forward.

    17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 12 July

  1. Argentina beats Switzerland in World Cup quarter-finals

    Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time as Argentina defeated Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. Argentina will face England in the semi-final at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday.

    12 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 4 July

  1. Argentina beats Cabo Verde in World Cup 2026 Round of 16

    Argentina defeated Cabo Verde 2–1 in extra time in a FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Miami to advance to the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt. Lionel Messi scored once and assisted on the winning goal, an own goal by Diney Borges from a Messi corner.

    4 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 22 June

  1. Messi becomes all-time World Cup goalscorer with hat-trick

    Lionel Messi scored twice against Austria to reach 18 World Cup goals, breaking Miroslav Klose's previous record of 16, as Argentina advanced to the last 32 of the 2026 tournament. Messi now has five goals in two matches, having scored a hat-trick in Argentina's opening 3-0 victory over Algeria.

    22 June 2026 · Joy Online →

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