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Aston Villa's Martinez Mystery: The Goalkeeper Who Dodged the Red Card

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Find out why Emiliano Martinez avoided being sent off in a thrilling Aston Villa win!

Aston Villa's goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez, caused a stir in the Europa Conference League quarter-final against Lille when he received two yellow cards but managed to escape being sent off. The Argentine goalie's luck ensured Aston Villa's spot in the semi-finals after a thrilling penalty shootout victory. Despite the suspension looming over him, Martinez's heroic performance kept Aston Villa's European dreams alive.

In a high-pressure match against Lille, Aston Villa showcased resilience and determination, securing a dramatic win that propelled them to their first European semi-final in over four decades. Martinez's pivotal role in the penalty shootout highlighted his importance to the team, even amidst the suspension. The Aston Villa faithful are eagerly anticipating the upcoming semi-final to witness if Martinez's absence will affect their chances of European glory.

As fans await the next chapter in Aston Villa's European journey, the spotlight remains on Emiliano Martinez and his unexpected escape from a red card. The goalkeeper's suspension adds a layer of suspense to the upcoming semi-final, leaving fans speculating on how Aston Villa will cope without their hero in the crucial European tie. The buzz around Martinez's controversial yellow cards continues to fuel discussions as Aston Villa prepares for their historic semi-final clash.

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Explained: Why Emiliano Martinez wasn't sent off for Aston Villa ... (The Athletic)

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was shown a second yellow card in his side's penalty shootout win against Lille in the Conference League ...

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Emi Martinez: Aston Villa goalkeeper suspended after yellow card ... (Sky Sports)

Martinez was shown two yellow cards in Thursday's Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg against Lille, but was not sent off.

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Aston Villa hero Emiliano Martinez suspended for semi-final first leg ... (Yahoo Sports)

Emiliano Martinez will miss Aston Villa's first European semi-final in over 40 years after Uefa confirmed the goalkeeper is suspended.

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LOSC Lille 2-1 Aston Villa (3-4 on pens) (Aston Villa)

Aston Villa advanced to the Europa Conference League semi-finals following a dramatic penalty shootout win against LOSC Lille at Stade Pierre-Mauroy.

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Aston Villa edge Lille on penalties to reach Conference League semis (The Sun Daily)

Paris:Aston Villa kept their bid for a first European trophy in over 40 years alive Thursday after beating Lille 4-3 on penalties following Matty Cash...

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Aston Villa hero Emiliano Martinez not sent off despite two yellow ... (Optus Sport)

Aston Villa are into the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa Conference League after a penalty shootout win over Lille.

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Aston Villa 1-2 Lille (Apr 18, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the Aston Villa vs. Lille Uefa Europa Conference League game from April 18, 2024 on ESPN.

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Aston Villa to face Olympiacos in semi-finals (Aston Villa)

Aston Villa will face Olympiacos in the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa Conference League. Villa booked their place in the last four of the competition ...

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Aston Villa vs Olympiacos tickets latest, date and time for Europa ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Villans set to face Olympiacos in Europa Conference League semi-final.

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Martinez stars in shootout as Villa reach Euro semis (BBC Sport)

Aston Villa reach their first major European semi-final since 1982 with a chaotic penalty shootout victory over Lille in the Europa Conference League.

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Aston Villa advance to Conference League semis (Taipei Times)

Emiliano Martinez starred in a drama-filled penalty shoot-out as Aston Villa squeezed past Lille OSC and into the UEFA Europa Conference League semi-finals ...

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