Chelsea XI vs Tottenham: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League

Summary of Emi Martinez's Injury Timeline and Chelsea Games

• Injury Incident: Emi Martinez was injured during Chelsea's 2-0 win over Everton on October 15 when he collided with Jarrad Branthwaite, resulting in a broken jaw.

• Hospitalization and Surgery: After being stretchered off the field, Martinez was taken to the hospital for precautionary tests. He later underwent surgery.

• Recovery Timeline:
• Reports from Argentina suggest Martinez will be out for around 45 days but could extend up to 60 days.
• Potential return date: November (specifically mentioned as "In a few weeks we'll be back.")

Chelsea Games Martinez Will Miss

• Tottenham (home), Premier League, October 24
• Liverpool (away), Carabao Cup, October 28
• Manchester United (home), Premier League, October 31
• Sunderland (away), Premier League, November 8
• Leeds (home), Premier League, November 21
• Nottingham Forest (away), Premier League, November 27
• Crystal Palace (home), Premier League, December 2

Further Matches Missed if Out for 60 Days

• Liverpool (home), Premier League, December 5
• Manchester City (away), Premier League, December 12

Chelsea's Current Lineup Without Martinez

• Mike Penders has been named as the first-choice goalkeeper in Martinez’s absence.
• Chelsea have full trust in Penders to handle the responsibilities until Martinez returns.

Additional Injuries and Team News

• Pep Chavarria: Suffered a knock during the Everton match but no specific return date mentioned yet.
• Reece James: Absent due to knee injury, expected back after surgery in a few weeks.
• Jamie Gittens: Out with an ankle injury for several weeks.
• Emmanuel Emegha: Setback in training; exact return date uncertain.

Upcoming Match Predictions

• Chelsea is predicted to face Tottenham at Stamford Bridge on October 24 without Martinez, relying on Penders as the starting goalkeeper. The lineup will likely feature a strong midfield pairing of Jordan Henderson and Moises Caicedo, with Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro, and Morgan Rogers in attack.

This summary provides an overview of Emi Martinez's injury timeline, Chelsea’s upcoming games, and the current team status without their injured players.