Gabriel Suffers Muscular Injury During Brazil Friendly At The Emirates
Sports Updated: 16 November 2025 08:58 EAT
Arsenal star defender Gabriel Maghalaes limps off injured
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães was forced off with a muscular injury during Brazil’s international friendly against Senegal at the Emirates Stadium. The centre-back started the match but appeared to experience discomfort in the second half before signalling to the bench for a substitution.
The injury occurred around the 62nd–64th minute, prompting immediate concern from both Brazil’s technical team and Arsenal staff monitoring the game. Gabriel appeared to clutch the right groin/adductor area, suggesting a potential muscle strain.
Reports from the Brazilian camp indicate that the issue is suspected to be an adductor or groin-related muscle problem, though the full severity will only be known after medical tests. He was able to walk off the pitch but did so with visible discomfort, raising doubts about his short-term availability for club duties.
The injury comes at a crucial point in Arsenal’s season, with the defender having been a key figure in Mikel Arteta’s back line. Local reports suggest that Arsenal are “concerned” given the importance of upcoming Premier League fixtures, including meetings with major rivals.
For Brazil, the incident was a setback despite their 2–0 victory over Senegal. Coaching staff are expected to run further assessments before deciding whether Gabriel will take part in any of the team’s upcoming international commitments.
Arsenal are now waiting for scanning results, which will determine the timeline of Gabriel’s recovery. Early indications suggest it could range from a minor strain requiring a short rest period to a more serious issue that may sideline him for several weeks.
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