Defense wins Champions League as often as Real Madrid vibes. With Gabriel and William Saliba as their anchor points, Arsenal have a rearguard that is as well-placed as any to at least slow the march of Mbappe and Vinicius.

Arsenal could be without centre back Gabriel Magalhaes for next week's Champions League quarter-final tie against Real Madrid, manager Mikel Arteta said on Tuesday after the Brazilian went off during their 2-1 win over Fulham with a hamstring issue.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says defenders Gabriel and Jurrien Timber will be assessed after sustaining injuries during Tuesday’s 2-1 Premier League win over Fulham.

We managed to play some big moments despite some moments that were not too positive for us."On Saka rushing over to celebrate with the trainers: "Very good. He's very appreciative of all they did for him.

Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka played key roles in Arsenal’s win over Fulham (AFP via ) Saka was introduced in the 66th minute, by which time the Gunners lead through Mikel Merino’s deflected first-half strike.

The Premier League title may be fading from view, but Arsenal are at least keeping Liverpool honest. A 2-1 victory over Fulham, sealed by Bukayo Saka’s second-half goal seven minutes after making his long-awaited return from injury,