Overview
- Gabriel Jesus came off the bench to replace Viktor Gyökeres in the 71st minute and was praised for calming Arsenal’s attack and holding the ball up.
- Paul Merson said on Sky Sports that Jesus “came on and calmed it down,” contrasting his composure with Gyökeres’ more combative approach.
- Jesus told BBC Sport he did not understand why a late shove on him in the box was not given as a penalty, highlighting a key officiating flashpoint.
- Centre back Gabriel Magalhães returned during the match and, according to Jesus, immediately improved organisation and leadership in Arsenal’s back line.
- Just Arsenal’s coverage noted the Gabriel–William Saliba partnership as Arsenal’s preferred pairing, while Jesus remains behind Gyökeres in the current striking pecking order.