"After failing to break the deadlock for 70 minutes, Mikel Arteta decided to bring on Gabriel Martinelli to add more pace, flair, and urgency to the attack. The Brazilian has delivered for his team by scoring the opening goal of the game within 60 seconds of coming on. He has now set up the second goal of the game for his team with a sublime piece of individual brilliance."
"The South American did well to take on the Athletic Club Bilbao full-back and create a goal-scoring opportunity for Leandro Trossard, who managed to find the back of the net from close range. Martinelli sets up Arsenal's second GOAL! The two substitutes combine once again @gabimartinelli pulls it back for @LTrossard who doubles the Gunners' lead!#beINUCL #UCL pic.twitter.com/mtingtpa8s beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS_EN) September 16, 2025"
Gabriel Martinelli was introduced as a substitute after 70 scoreless minutes and immediately changed the game's momentum by scoring within 60 seconds. He combined individual pace and flair to create a second-goal opportunity, setting up Leandro Trossard to finish from close range. Martinelli did not start the match and will hope his impact convinces the manager to grant him more starting opportunities. The player has shown clear attacking threat despite recent criticism over end product, and his goal and assist strengthen his case for increased involvement. Arsenal benefit from added attacking depth and positive early-season form.
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