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Love Island's Gemma Owen makes confession after 'awkward' date with Davide

Love Island's Gemma Owen already has eyes for someone else after her first date with Davide Sanclimenti.

Michael Owen's daughter was initially paired with Liam Llelwyn on season eight of the popular dating programme. However, the show was rocked by drama on Tuesday when she recoupled with Davide.

The decision was hit by controversy as fans criticised the eight year age gap between Davide, 27, and Gemma, 19. The two received a message during Wednesday's show to inform them they would be going on their first date.

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A clip of the date was shown on Good Morning Britain on Thursday, showing Gemma avoiding eye contact, while a song with the lyrics ‘look at me’ played in the background. Love Island fans were quick to comment on the awkward exchange as one tweet said: "Is it me or does Gemma literally never look at Davide?"

Another said: "I get the impression Gemma is not actually happy being with Davide, she looks very uncomfortable and it is very awkward between them." A third tweet added: "There is ZERO chemistry between Gemma and Davide. They didn’t even look at each other once on that date."

Thursday's episode will see the Islanders play a game of 'dare' beer pong. Viewers can expect seductive dances and kisses - as well as a few ruffled feathers.

Following the game of dares, Luca pulls Gemma for a chat and they head to the rooftop. Gemma confesses: “I am attracted to you, I definitely would want to get to know you.”

Luca says: “You stare into my eyes and I just want to stare into yours!” But as talk turns to kissing, will Gemma turn her attention away from Davide and towards Luca?

Love Island continues tonight at 9pm on ITV2 and the ITV Hub

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