Emiliano Martinez - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Our for FA Cup Martinez (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Tottenham due to injury, according to his club.

Impact Martinez exited the club's match midweek at halftime after complaints of an injury and is now missing time, out for Saturday's FA Cup match. The question will be is if this is related to his recent back issues, potentially stopping him from playing once again. He will now hope to return when they resume league play on Jan. 18 against Everton, with Marco Bizot as a replacement while he is out.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Subs off with injury Wednesday Martinez left Wednesday's match against Crystal Palace after suffering an injury.

Impact Martinez was replaced by Marco Bizot at the beginning of the second half against Palace. The Argeninian will now be questionable for upcoming contests. He had started in four consecutive league games before Wednesday, saving 14 shots but failing to keep a clean sheet in that period.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in win Martinez registered four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Martinez made more than three saves for the fourth time in 16 league appearances. This was also the 14th time in that span that he limited opponents to no more than one goal. Up next for Aston Villa is a meeting with Crystal Palace on Wednesday.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ex-Man City star Joao Cancelo set for shock return to Europe as Barcelona, Inter and Juventus all contact Al-Hilal over January transfer

Ex-Manchester City star Joao Cancelo is edging towards another mid-season transfer, with reports indicating the full-back is preparing to le...

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • goal

Ex-Man City star Joao Cancelo set for shock return to Europe as Barcelona, Inter and Juventus all contact Al-Hilal over January transfer

Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over Villa

Arsenal ensures it will end the year top of the Premier League after beating Aston Villa 4-1 at home in a powerful statement win with all goals scored in the second half

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Struggles in second half Martinez made three saves and allowed four goals in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Martinez was unable to stop Arsenal in the second half of this rematch, conceding four goals to put the game out of reach. He should have an easier time stopping goals Saturday against Nottingham Forest, a team which only has 18 goals in 19 EPL matches.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in win Martinez recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Chelsea.

Impact Martinez made a minimum of two saves for a fourth straight appearance and is up to 18 saves, compared to three goals against over that span. This was also the eighth straight game where he limited opponents to no more than one goal. Up next for Aston Villa is a meeting with Arsenal on Tuesday.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mohamed Salah, Antoine Semenyo and the 10 stars who could make big-money January transfers in 2026

The January transfer window is fast approaching, and clubs will once again be scrambling to strengthen for the second half of the season. In...

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • goal

Mohamed Salah, Antoine Semenyo and the 10 stars who could make big-money January transfers in 2026

Concedes once in return Martinez registered five saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Manchester United.

Impact Martinez, who missed his side's last two outings due to a back injury, returned to the lineup Sunday. He put together a nice performance, saving five of Manchester United's six shots on target to secure Villa's seventh straight win in the Premier League. Martinez has now made 13 starts in the Premier League this season and has only conceded multiple goals once, establishing a level of consistency that is difficult to come by. That will be put to the test this upcoming week though as he faces two very difficult road matches in the span of four days, starting with Chelsea on Saturday followed by Arsenal on Tuesday.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in goal Martinez (back) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Martinez was a late call for Sunday, but it now on the mend, with the goalie recovering to be an option from the starting XI immediately. The goalie should remain in this spot moving forward if he can hold off the back issues, relegating Marco Bizot back to a backup role.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Sunday Martinez (back) is questionable for Sunday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Unai Emery. "Emiliano is progressing well, he is training individually and feelin...

Impact Martinez had to miss both of the club's matches last week due to a back injury, but appears to be on the mend this week, with the goalie training again. He will now be tested ahead of the match, with that deciding if he can start in net or is left out. That said, the club is likely to only have with the team if he can start, not risking their starter due to his consistent complaints of the injury.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face West Ham Martinez is out for Sunday's match against West Ham due to back issues.

Impact Martinez was dealing with back issues heading into Sunday's match, and despite being expected to play, the goalie is instead sidelined. This is something to watch moving forward, as they have been consistent issues, potentially forcing him out more in the future. Marco Bizot starts in his place, his likely replacement until a return comes.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Playing through back injury Martinez has been suffering from a back problem but is still set to play Sunday against West Ham, according to manager Unai Emery, per John Townley of Birmingham Mail. "He has a pr...

Impact Martinez was sitting on the sidelines for a midweek UEL match Thursday with a back injury, but is set to play through the pain Sunday, with the goalie having played through the injury previously. This is something to monitor, but it is likely to be a minor issue, appearing to be fine to play through the issues if necessary. He should remain their typical starter in net, with Marco Bizot as their backup.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seven saves in win Martinez registered seven saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win against Arsenal.

Impact Martinez was great for the hosts, making seven saves and only conceding once which ultimately proved to be a major factor in Aston Villa grabbing three points. He has an interesting matchup against FC Basel in UEL play, as the team has scored seven goals in five Europa League games.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in goal Martinez (back) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Arsenal.

Impact Martinez is starting in goal Saturday after managing a back issue that has required testing throughout the week. His return to the starting role is important for the club since he remains their regular in net when fit and one of the best shot stoppers at his peak.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call to face Gunners Martinez (back) is a late call for Saturday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Unai Emery. "We will train this afternoon. He didn't train yesterday, but it is very impor...

Impact Martinez is going to need some testing as he heads into Saturday's massive outing, as the goalie is still dealing with a back injury and will need some training to decide if he can play. This is something to monitor for the club, as the goalie is their regular in net when fit, at one point, one of the best in the world. However, if he were to miss out once again or is unable to start, Marco Bizot should remain the starter in net.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers back pain Martinez is suffering from back pain and couldn't play in Wednesday's 4-3 victory against Brighton, coach Unai Emery said in a press conference, according to John Townley from Birm...

Impact Martinez can't complete a normal warm-up due to back pain, and this new issue adds to the other minor problems he has dealt with already this season. The Argentine goalkeeper is now a doubt for Saturday's clash against Arsenal, and he will be replaced by Marco Bizot again between the posts if he has to miss that game as well.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Wednesday Martinez was a late scratch ahead of Wednesday's trip to Brighton.

Impact Martinez was scratched just minutes before kick off during Wednesday's trip to Brighton. Marco Bizot returns to the starting XI in place of Martinez. Martinez has struggled with some minor injuries this season, and Bizot is a more than capable replacement.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Standout performance in clean sheet Martinez recorded four saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton.

Impact What appeared to be one of his easiest fixtures on paper turned into a standout display from Martinez, who made a season-high four saves while earning his fourth clean sheet in 11 games. He has allowed eight goals and recorded 27 saves. He will aim to continue with his great form Wednesday against Brighton.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in win Martinez registered three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Leeds United.

Impact After two straight clean sheets in all competitions, Martinez conceded his eighth league goal, six of them in away matches, and remains without a clean sheet on the road. He will next face bottom-of-the-table Wolverhampton, the league's lowest-scoring side with seven goals on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Penalty save in win Martinez recorded three saves and kept a clean sheet in Sunday's 4-0 victory over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Martinez delivered a clean sheet Sunday and pulled off three saves. Notably, one was a confident penalty stop from an Antoine Semenyo attempt. He has now delivered three shutouts this season and has a good chance to build upon that in Villa's next EPL match against Leeds. United have only netted 10 from 11 matches.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in loss Martinez had two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Impact Martinez had a tough day Saturday. He stopped two of the fours shots he faced but didn't get much help from the team in front of him. At his best Martinez is one of the absolute top goalkeepers in England, but he's been inconsistent and struggled with some injuries of late. Martinez should continue as a solid option in any given week.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal wins again to extend lead in the Premier League. Liverpool wins and Man United salvages draw

Arsenal extended its lead at the top of the Premier League to seven points after a 2-0 win against Burnley

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Pep Guardiola delivers worrying Erling Haaland injury update ahead of Man City's clash with Bournemouth

Pep Guardiola delivered a worrying update on Erling Haaland's injury status ahead of Manchester City's Premier League clash with Bournemouth...

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • goal

Pep Guardiola delivers worrying Erling Haaland injury update ahead of Man City's clash with Bournemouth

Clean sheet against City Martinez recorded three saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Manchester City.

Impact Martinez continued his reign of terror over City and held them to another loss when visiting Aston Vill, recording three saves and a clean sheet in the win. This is only his second clean sheet of the season, with his last comung four league appearances ago on Sept. 13. He will host Liverpool on Saturday, another tough team to keep a clean sheet against.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

EMILIANO MARTINEZ NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

Ex-Man City star Joao Cancelo set for shock return to Europe as Barcelona, Inter and Juventus all contact Al-Hilal over January transfer

Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over Villa

Mohamed Salah, Antoine Semenyo and the 10 stars who could make big-money January transfers in 2026

Arsenal wins again to extend lead in the Premier League. Liverpool wins and Man United salvages draw

Pep Guardiola delivers worrying Erling Haaland injury update ahead of Man City's clash with Bournemouth