Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes was spotted telling Bukayo Saka in no uncertain terms about the part he played in Fulham ’s opener at the Emirates.
It would ultimately count for nought as goals from Martin Odegaard and Gabriel himself ensured the Gunners’ 100 per cent start to the season would continue with a 2-1 win. But before the dramatic scenes surrounding Gabriel’s winner unfurled, there were glimpses of the old insecurities.
Mikel Arteta’s side had dominated for long periods against the newly promoted Cottagers, but had failed to translate that into clear chances. And so when Gabriel was dispossessed on the edge of his area allowing Aleksandar Mitrovic to stroke home, the warning signs were there.
