Gabriel in the tunnel after beating Aston Villa. Arsenal defender Gabriel has confessed that the Gunners were "spurred on" by Aston Villa's exuberant celebrations from their previous encounter. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTFootball transfer news and rumours plus selected offers and competitions Subscribe Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT "It was not to get them back or to get Onana back. The Villa bench's ecstatic reactions and the subsequent celebrations down the tunnel evidently left a lasting impression on the Arsenal squad.

Source: Express December 31, 2025 12:15 UTC