"Arteta also praised Liverpool boss Arne Slot for his considered response to the incident, when he defended the Brazilian. "I think Arne Slot spoke brilliantly after the game - speaking of your opponent in the manner that he explained the situation and the fact that Gabi had no intention whatsoever to damage any player," added Arteta. "That's personality. Come in and talk on the pitch, which is the best part of it.""
"Martinelli has had a mixed season, losing his starting place in the Premier League to Leandro Trossard after a drop in form and confidence. He has started just six times for the Gunners, who are six points clear at the top of the table. However, the winger has been a key player this season for Arsenal in Champions League, scoring five goals in as many appearances. And after his hat-trick against Portsmouth, he is now his side's top scorer."
Gabriel Martinelli was criticised for trying to push injured Conor Bradley off the pitch during Arsenal's 0-0 draw with Liverpool and apologised on social media. Three days later he scored his first Arsenal hat-trick as they came from behind to beat Portsmouth and reach the FA Cup fourth round. Mikel Arteta said the hat-trick showed personality, praised Arne Slot's defence of Martinelli, and noted players need a big personality to recover from errors. Martinelli has started just six Premier League games after losing his place to Leandro Trossard, but has scored five Champions League goals in five appearances and is now Arsenal's top scorer.
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