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Xabi Alonso Jokes About Emiliano Martinez's Mask as Chelsea Manager Downplays Cole Palmer England Snub

Xabi Alonso Jokes About Emiliano Martinez's Mask as Chelsea Manager Downplays Cole Palmer England Snub
English Premier League · 08:56:01 - Wednesday, 11 November 2026

Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso made light of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez's protective face mask ahead of the Carabao Cup fourth-round tie between Liverpool and Chelsea. Meanwhile, Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca played down the significance of Cole Palmer's omission from the latest England squad. The match at Anfield marks a key fixture in the domestic cup competition.

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