“I adore Gabi his attitude” Mikel Arteta praises underfire Martinelli
Mikel Arteta expressed strong praise for Gabriel Martinelli after the forward came off the bench to deliver both a goal and an assist in Arsenal’s Champions League victory over Athletic Bilbao. Martinelli has found himself starting from the bench in recent fixtures, having lost his regular place in the line-up following the arrivals of Eberechi […] The post “I adore Gabi his attitude” Mikel Arteta praises underfire Martinelli appeared first on Just Arsenal News.
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Mikel Arteta expressed strong praise for Gabriel Martinelli after the forward came off the bench to deliver both a goal and an assist in Arsenal’s Champions League victory over Athletic Bilbao.
Martinelli has found himself starting from the bench in recent fixtures, having lost his regular place in the line-up following the arrivals of Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke. This match marked the second consecutive occasion on which he was named among the substitutes, but he responded in the best possible way by making a decisive impact on the outcome.
Arteta’s Praise for Martinelli
Arteta highlighted his admiration for Martinelli’s attitude and contribution, stressing that his impact was no surprise given his qualities. Speaking to Arsenal Media, he said, “Fully deserved it. I adore Gabi; his attitude, his commitment, his positivity, what he’s willing to do for the team. Externally, we certainly value all the qualities that he has, and he brings to the team, and I’m so happy that today he was important in the two actions.”
The manager’s words made clear that Martinelli remains an integral figure within the squad and that his influence, whether starting or from the bench, is highly valued. His performance in Bilbao was a timely reminder of the energy, determination, and directness he brings to Arsenal’s attack.
A Point to Prove
For Martinelli, this season represents an important opportunity to re-establish himself as a first-choice option. With Arsenal competing on multiple fronts and facing a congested schedule, rotation will be inevitable, and there will be numerous opportunities for him to feature. If he continues to perform as effectively as he did against Bilbao, he will make a strong case to regain his starting position.
Martinelli’s talent and work ethic have never been in doubt, and his decisive contribution in this match was a reflection of those attributes. As the season progresses, his ability to seize moments, influence games, and consistently deliver will determine how central a role he plays in Arsenal’s campaign.
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