Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Aston Villa's Dibu Martínez Taken Off at Halftime With Apparent Calf Issue

Villa await medical checks to learn if the goalkeeper can face Tottenham.

Overview

  • Martínez was replaced at halftime by Marco Bizot in a Premier League match at Crystal Palace that finished 0-0.
  • Television footage showed him returning in a coat with ice on his left calf before sitting on the bench.
  • The club has not issued a diagnosis and the severity of the issue is still unclear.
  • He has managed recurring calf and back problems this season, including a late withdrawal against Brighton about a month ago.
  • Reporting indicates his availability for the trip to Tottenham is doubtful pending evaluation, as fans expressed concern and frustration on social media.