Marco Silva Praises Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhães as ‘Impossible to Stop’ After Fulham Defeat

Marco Silva praises Gabriel Magalhães as “impossible to stop” after Arsenal’s 1–0 win over Fulham, highlighting the defender’s dominance at set-pieces.

Fulham manager Marco Silva was full of praises for Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhães following his side’s narrow 1–0 loss at Craven Cottage on Saturday night. Silva described the Brazilian defender as “impossible to stop” from set-pieces, recognizing his decisive role in Arsenal’s winning goal.

“Gabriel is impossible to stop from set-pieces,” Silva said post-match. “He’s strong, aggressive, and attacks the ball with conviction. We knew the danger, but sometimes you just can’t prevent it.”

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Arsenal reclaimed the top spot in the Premier League after a gritty 1–0 win over Fulham. The decisive moment arrived in the 58th minute when Leandro Trossard scored from close range, finishing off a perfectly executed corner routine.

The play began with Bukayo Saka’s delivery, met by a Gabriel Magalhães flick at the near post that set up Trossard for a knee-high finish. Though Trossard got the goal, Silva made it clear that Gabriel’s influence was crucial to Arsenal’s success.

Gabriel’s Growing Influence at Arsenal

Since joining Arsenal in 2020, Gabriel has established himself as one of Mikel Arteta’s most reliable defenders. His assist against Fulham marked his 20th goal involvement for the club, an impressive total for a centre-back.

Gabriel’s aerial power and aggressive style have made him a constant threat in attacking set-pieces while maintaining defensive composure. Arsenal’s training-ground routines continue to pay off, with Gabriel’s near-post flicks becoming a signature weapon.

Fulham’s Frustration and Missed Chances

Despite a determined first-half showing, Fulham struggled to find a breakthrough against Arsenal’s compact defense. Viktor Gyökeres came closest with a sharp effort that was denied by Leno.

The defeat leaves Fulham mid-table, while Arsenal move three points clear of Manchester City and four ahead of Liverpool, intensifying the title race. Silva admitted his frustration but credited Arsenal’s quality:

“We prepared for it, we knew what was coming, but sometimes quality just shines through,” he told BBC’s Match of the Day.

With the Premier League title race heating up, Gabriel Magalhães’s form continues to highlight Arsenal’s balance of physicality and precision. His defensive dominance and attacking contribution from set-pieces give Arsenal an extra edge in tight contests.

As Fulham aim to recover from the defeat, Marco Silva’s Fulham praise for Gabriel underscores how Arsenal’s tactical discipline and individual brilliance are shaping their championship ambitions.

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