Gabriel Magalhaes Injury Update: Arteta Provides Reassurance After Arsenal Win
Following Arsenal’s 2-0 Champions League victory over Olympiacos, concerns arose when defender Gabriel Magalhaes had to leave the pitch due to an injury.
Mikel Arteta addressed the situation, explaining that Gabriel’s exit was purely precautionary. The Spanish manager noted that the defender experienced some discomfort in the first half, possibly from a minor kick, but could have continued playing. Considering Gabriel’s recent return from a long-term injury and the number of matches he has played, Arteta chose not to risk aggravating the issue. Cristhian Mosquera replaced him for the remainder of the match.
Arsenal secured the win thanks to goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka, achieving maximum points from their first two European fixtures of the season. Arteta expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, highlighting their dynamic start, consistent attacking pressure, and the defensive solidity that contributed to another clean sheet—11 in 14 games across all competitions.
Despite some periods where control was lost, Arteta acknowledged Olympiacos’ threat, noting the danger posed by their crosses and direct play. Looking ahead, Arsenal hope for a swift recovery for Gabriel Magalhaes ahead of their upcoming Premier League clash against West Ham. Should he remain sidelined, William Saliba is expected to partner with Mosquera in central defense.
