Gabriel has blocked 38 shots this season – 29% of the squad’s total – and is the undisputed leader of Arsenal’s defence as they prepare to face Manchester City in Sunday’s Carabao Cup final. “I’m a defender, so I need to bring this energy for my teammates, for our fans,” says Gabriel. “I think it is fun – we enjoy it,” says Gabriel. But he is a top player and, of course, I think he likes to play against me as well. “We learned a lot in the past – we want to win every game, but we know the Premier League is the toughest league to play.

Source: Irish Examiner March 22, 2026 13:09 UTC