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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Tom Blow

Mikel Arteta can benefit from World Cup snub after Brazil make ruthless Arsenal decision

Arsenal fans were stunned by the news that Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Magalhaes have all been left out of the Brazil squad for this month's internationals.

Brazil face Ghana and Tunisia in friendlies, just weeks before manager Tite must decide his squad for the World Cup in Qatar. Although defender Gabriel is yet to earn his first senior cap and Martinelli is just breaking into the Brazil team, Jesus was expected to be picked.

The 25-year-old forward has enjoyed a blistering start to the season following his move from Manchester City in the summer, scoring three goals and providing three assists in six Premier League outings. Gabriel and Martinelli have also impressed this term.

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