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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Gardner

Arsenal defender Gabriel kicking Emi Martinez in the head not a red card offence, expert panel rules

Gabriel kicked Martinez in the head during Arsenal's match against Chelsea - (Getty)

An independent panel has determined that officials made the right decision by not issuing a red card to Arsenal defender Gabriel following a kick to the head of Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez earlier this month.

The Brazilian’s left boot caught Martinez in the face while a group of players scrambled for the loose ball during the match at the Emirates Stadium on September 6.

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