Gabriel Martinelli has long been viewed by Arsenal fans as one of their top prospects, and the forward’s recent debut for Brazil has proven just that.
The 20-year-old winger was called up the senior national team for the first time in his career, with Martinelli starring once again for Arsenal this season as the youngster continues to thrive under Mikel Arteta.
And now, Martinelli is catching the eye of those in his homeland, with the Brazillian impressing in his two appearances for the Selecao ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Yet it was a moment last night that really wowed both Brazil and Arsenal supporters, with Martinelli inches away from his first international goal and a potential contender for his best goal yet in his career.
Coming on in the 54th minute, Martinelli was close to making it 3-0 for Brazil against Bolivia when the Arsenal star spun his marker with ease and beat the keeper with a deft chip, only for the ball to sail just wide of the post.
With Tite’s side going on to win 4-0, Martinelli’s miss was hardly the end of the world for Brazil. Yet the moment caused wild reaction on social media, with fans stunned by the skill of the young Arsenal sensation.
Martinelli has golden shot at starring for Brazil in Qatar
The £90,000-a-week Arsenal star has developed greatly this season under Arteta. And if Martinelli can stay fit until November, there is a strong chance that the forward will feature for Brazil in the World Cup.
Indeed, the winger has the potential to be one of the best players in the world. And now a full Brazilian international, Martinelli has the world at his feet after a successful first taste with the Selecao.
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