"Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli has been heavily criticized by all but the most die-hard Arsenal fans for reacting to what he perceived as time wasting by Conor Bradley, only for the Liverpool right-back to be stretchered off the pitch and later diagnosed with a very serios knee injury. However, speaking to the press after the game, Liverpool head coach Arne Slot showed plenty of understanding for Martinelli, and it obviously left an impression on Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta."
""I think the way he spoke after the game was brilliant" Mikel Arteta praised Arne Slot's response to the incident between Gabriel Martinelli and Conor Bradley 🤝 pic.twitter.com/KIN6Q2cG13 - Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) January 12, 2026"
Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli reacted to perceived time wasting by Liverpool right-back Conor Bradley; Bradley was later stretchered off and diagnosed with a serious knee injury. Martinelli received heavy criticism from most fans for his reaction, with only the most die-hard supporters defending him. Liverpool head coach Arne Slot publicly expressed understanding toward Martinelli after the match. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised Slot’s response, calling the way Slot spoke after the game brilliant. The incident combined perceived gamesmanship, an unfortunate medical situation, and managerial empathy that softened some immediate public backlash.
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