Arsenal defender Gabriel put in a commanding performance as the Gunners secured a huge win against arch-rivals Tottenham on Sunday evening.
The Brazilian kept Harry Kane quiet, whilst making six clearances and two interceptions as Mikel Arteta’s side kept a clean sheet in the 2-0 victory.
Supporters on Twitter wanted to hand Gabriel some recognition for his fine display, with many feeling that he hasn’t been give enough credit for his contributions this season:
He’s so underrated
— Thomas (@tomcoolboy6789) January 15, 2023
he’s so good our fan base doesn’t show him enough love
— user737372827 (@user7747474737) January 15, 2023
gabriel is one underrated defender whose contribution to the team goes unnoticed
— isaac Kariuki (@IsaacInewto) January 15, 2023
Can someone inform Gabriel to offload Kane from his pocket..
— Kabir Olawale (@khabeer26) January 15, 2023
Most underrated CB
— The Daily Arsenal (@DaArsenal_) January 15, 2023
Since the new contract he has been flawless. Amazing Gabi!
— Hands Down (@Barsetis) January 15, 2023
Colossal Titan pic.twitter.com/w2ZOBRy7dt
— OK (@surEmpuk) January 15, 2023
One of the best centre backs in the league
— Fred 🇳🇴 (@frxdhe) January 15, 2023
Alongside William Saliba in the centre of defence, Gabriel has been one of the key reasons why Arsenal have managed to sustain their title challenge.
The Gunners have the second-best defensive record in the Premier League, having conceded only 14 goals in 18 games. Gabriel’s physicality and decisiveness in challenges gives his team some much-needed solidity, which has often been lacking in past campaigns.
If they are to go on and finish top of the table, the likes Gabriel and Saliba will have played an integral role in making it happen.