Arsenal title challenge in jeopardy as Gabriel withdraws from Brazil squad due to injury
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Gabriel withdraws from Brazil squad || X

Arsenal title challenge in jeopardy as Gabriel withdraws from Brazil squad due to injury

Stephen Oladehinde 17:12 - 18.03.2024

Arsenal star Gabriel faces a fresh injury setback as Brazil confirms his withdrawal from the upcoming friendly fixtures, compounding the Gunners' woes.

The news comes in the wake of Gabriel Martinelli's prior replacement due to a foot injury sustained against Sheffield United.

Gabriel Magalhães, who played 90 minutes during the win against Porto in the UEFA Champions League Round Of 16 was reported to have played with a knock.

He did enough to help his team get past the stubborn Portuguese side and move to the quarter-final of the UCL.

Gabriel’s injury

According to reports from Connor Humm on X, “Gabriel Magalhães has pulled out of the Brazil squad due to injury and will return to Arsenal to recover.”

The Brazilian manager also confirmed the withdrawal of Gabriel Magalhães from the Brazil squad.

According to Brazil manager Dorival Junior, as reported by the Standard, "Unfortunately, Gabriel Magalhães is uncalled. In his place, we are calling Bremer, from Juventus." 

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães || Imago
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães || Imago

This revelation underscores the severity of Gabriel's condition and raises concerns for Arsenal, who are in a crucial phase of their campaign.

With Gabriel's absence confirmed, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta finds himself grappling with yet another setback in his quest for silverware. 

Gabriel Magalhães || Imago
Gabriel Magalhães || Imago

The Gunners, currently leading the Premier League, face a daunting stretch of fixtures, including a pivotal clash against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on March 31.

As Arsenal gear up for a title challenge, the timing of Gabriel's injury couldn't be worse. With ten crucial games ahead, including a Champions League quarter-final showdown against Bayern Munich.

Arteta faces a daunting task in reshuffling his defensive lineup and maintaining the team's momentum as they enter the final stage of the season.

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