Premier League issue statement as Emi Martinez sent off vs Man Utd Newspoint  |  26/05/2025 04:39:08

The Premier League have explained why Emiliano Martinez was sent off for in their decisive clash with . Martinez, 32, charged out of his goal following a weak pass from team-mate Matty Cash and clattered into United striker Rasmus Hojlund well outside of his area.

Referee Thomas Bramall had no choice but to shown the goalkeeper a red card with the scoreline 0-0 just before half-time. The Premier League's Match Centre account on X soon posted: "The referee's call of red card to Martinez for denial of an obvious goal scoring opportunity (DOGSO) was checked and confirmed by VAR."

Martinez became the first goalkeeper to be sent off in the this season in what could be his final game for Villa. The Argentina international is of interest to clubs in Saudi Arabia while he's also been linked with United and former team .

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Following their last home game of the season against last Friday, Martinez was emotional as he applauded Villa's supporters. Following his sending-off, manager sacrificed Marco Asensio to bring on second-choice goalkeeper Robin Olsen.

The Swede's contract expires next month and he also looks set to leave Villa Park.

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