Having become the most efficient team in the five major championships on set pieces, Arsenal now sees opposing defenses very closely marking Gabriel’s movements in the area. Increased surveillance which, according to the defender, ultimately benefits the Gunners: “Yes, of course, it is more and more difficult, because when I enter the area, there are often two players to mark me,” he explains.
“Yes, of course, it becomes more and more difficult, because when I arrive in the area, there are often two players who come to mark me,” explains the defender. “But it’s a good thing for us, because I’m not the only one who can score. This creates spaces for others, who can also conclude. With every free kick or corner, I know it’s a big opportunity for us. I’m like, “I can score this one.” That’s my mentality on every corner. »
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