“Goalkeeping Nightmare: Emi Martinez’s Astonishing Own Goal Against Liverpool Shocks Fans”
Aston Villa’s goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez gifted Liverpool an early goal with a stunning error in the opening minutes of Monday’s match at Villa Park. The hosts, aware that a victory would secure Champions League qualification, got off to the worst possible start.
Just two minutes into the game, Liverpool’s forward Harvey Elliott executed a slick one-two with Mohamed Salah before delivering a cross into the box. The ball ricocheted off Villa defender Ezri Konsa’s chest and headed towards Martinez, who was taken aback and mishandled the ball into his own net.
The former Arsenal goalkeeper tried to catch it but failed to secure a firm grip, allowing the ball to slip underneath him. Martinez then attempted to push the ball away with his arm to prevent further danger, but instead, he inadvertently scored a comedic own goal by nudging it over the line.