Gabriel Martinelli's Girlfriend's 10-Word Motivation Helps Arsenal Star Score

Gabriel Martinelli's late equalizer against Manchester City was inspired by a motivational message from his girlfriend before the game at the Emirates Stadium. Martinelli, an Arsenal player, has taken on a supportive role this season due to new signings. Despite being on the bench for the match against Man City, he received encouragement from his girlfriend, Isabella, who predicted he would score against tired opponents.

Following Isabella's message, Martinelli came on as a substitute and scored a crucial goal with an assist from Eberechi Eze. This goal added to his reputation for making instant impacts, as seen in a recent Champions League match against Athletic Bilbao. Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, praised Martinelli's attitude and contribution to the team, expressing confidence in his abilities and the squad's depth after significant summer signings.

Arteta emphasized the importance of substitutes in maintaining team intensity and praised the contributions of players coming off the bench, highlighting their positive impact on the team's performance. The manager's confidence in the squad's depth and the players' commitment bodes well for Arsenal's future matches.

Isabella's supportive message to Martinelli, shared on social media, resonated with fans and highlighted the player's determination and impact on the team. Arsenal's victory over Man City showcased the team's resilience and the valuable contributions of all players, both starters and substitutes.

The article was published by Associated Newspapers Ltd.