Gabriel Magalhaes’s injury worries emerge after a blatant tackle for Brazil, dealing a influential clash to Arsenal.
Overnight, Arsenal’s prospects of welcoming their stars back from the international break injury-free were dashed.
Prior to the first international break, the Gunners’ early-season injury concerns were alleviated when Thomas Partey was ruled out. The midfielder is expected to miss several weeks.
Following Gabriel Magalhaes’ performance for Brazil last night, Mikel Arteta’s injury woes could be about to worsen. The central defender accompanied PSG star Marquinhos in Fernando Diniz’s backline against Bolivia in qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.
Brazil began their qualification campaign with a 5-1 victory, but Gabriel’s fitness will be a concern for Arsenal after he was replaced in the 85th minute and photographed with ice on his thigh during his national team debut.
In the fifth minute of the game, the Gunners star was the victim of a horrific challenge from Diego Ibanez of Bolivia. Ibanez’s attempt to capture the ball failed miserably, as his right knee struck Gabriel in the chest.
Gabriel continued to perform for an additional 80 minutes in South America. Dr. Rajpal Brar, a specialist in physical therapy, updated his initial evaluation of the injury. On Twitter, he stated, “Thigh injury for Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes.” Uncertain whether it is a contact injury or a muscle strain.”
Arsenal and Arteta are hopeful that the 25-year-old will be able to travel to London Colney prior to the weekend’s return of Premier League action. Next Sunday, Arsenal will travel to Goodison Park to face Everton, while Brazil will face Peru on Wednesday morning.
Should he play in his country’s second qualifying match, Arsenal’s concerns regarding his fitness will be greatly alleviated.
Gabriel Magalhaes’s injury worries emerge after a blatant tackle for Brazil, dealing a influential clash to Arsenal.