The Premier League clash between Arsenal vs Liverpool ended not just in a goalless draw but with controversy, as Gabriel Martinelli came under heavy criticism after shoving injured Liverpool defender Conor Bradley in Arsenal vs Liverpool. The incident occurred in the final moments of the match, when Bradley was st retchered off following a collision with Martinelli.
During the closing stages of Arsenal vs Liverpool, Bradley landed awkwardly while contesting a ball with Martinelli. Despite appearing in visible discomfort, Martinelli threw the ball at Bradley and tried to push him over the sideline to restart play, nearly sparking a confrontation between both sides.
Reactions from Former Players – Arsenal vs Liverpool
Former Manchester United star Gary Neville condemned Martinelli’s actions in Arsenal and Liverpool.
“You cannot push a player off the pitch,” Neville said on Sky Sports.
“Bradley is being stretchered off. I’m fuming with Martinelli. He was lucky to escape a red card. That is absolutely disgraceful.”
Roy Keane echoed the sentiment, adding,
“Throwing the ball at him and trying to force him off is unacceptable. Hopefully, Martinelli will apologise.
Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge also criticised the incident, saying,
“It’s disrespectful. Injuries come first, and you have to be self-aware as a footballer in Arsenal vs Liverpool.”
Liverpool manager Arne Slot provided a more measured view during his press conference after Arsenal vs Liverpool.
“In the 94th minute, emotions run high,” Slot said.
I’m sure if Martinelli knew the seriousness of the injury, he wouldn’t have done it. Time-wasting in the final moments sometimes causes these situations. It doesn’t look great, but it happens in football.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta defended his player after the Arsenal and Liverpool clash, praising Martinelli’s character.
“Knowing Gabi, he is an incredible, lovely guy,” Arteta said.
I’m sure if Martinelli knew the seriousness of the injury, he wouldn’t have done it. Time-wasting in the final moments sometimes causes these situations. It doesn’t look great, but it happens in football.
Midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai highlighted the importance of player safety . “Bradley didn’t want to waste time. Health comes first,” Szoboszlai said. “Even in intense matches, we must respect players who are down and injured.”
The controversial shoving incident overshadowed an otherwise uneventful game , which ended 0-0. Arsenal missed the chance to go eight points clear at the top, while Liverpool secured a valuable point in their pursuit of a top-four finish. The match will be remembered less for football and more for the Martinelli-Bradley controversy.
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