09.01.2026 14:20
In the Premier League match between Arsenal and Liverpool, which ended in a 0-0 draw, Gabriel Martinelli's action towards his injured opponent Conor Bradley drew significant backlash. Sky Sports commentator Gary Neville harshly criticized it as "shameful brutality," while Martinelli issued an apology on social media.
The match in the Premier League where Arsenal hosted Liverpool ended in a 0-0 draw. However, an incident that occurred in the stoppage time overshadowed the match.
Liverpool's Conor Bradley was left on the ground due to injury, while Arsenal player Gabriel Martinelli drew attention by trying to push his opponent off the field with a harsh knee. The moments when Martinelli kicked the ball towards Bradley, who was lying on the ground in pain before the incident, also resonated widely on social media.
BRADLEY WAS CARRIED OUT ON A STRETCHER, LEFT WITH CRUTCHES
Injured Conor Bradley was taken off the field on a stretcher after the intervention of the medical team. It was reported that the young player left the stadium with crutches after the match, raising concerns in the football community about his condition.
GARY NEVILLE: SHAMEFUL CRUELTY
After the incident, Gary Neville, commenting on the match on Sky Sports, harshly criticized Martinelli's behavior. Neville described the events as "shameful cruelty" and stated that the Brazilian player must apologize.
MARTINELLI'S INSTAGRAM STATEMENT
As the reactions grew, Gabriel Martinelli made a statement on his social media account. The Brazilian footballer expressed that they had messaged Bradley, stating that he did not realize his opponent was seriously injured at the moment of the incident. Martinelli emphasized that he felt deep sorrow for his actions and conveyed his best wishes to Bradley.
FAIR-PLAY DISCUSSIONS BACK ON THE AGENDA
Following Neville's call for an apology during the live broadcast, Martinelli's statement received significant coverage in the English press. The incident reignited fair-play discussions in the football community.