Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has spoken about Gabriel Martinelli's desire to recover from injury and play in the match against Manchester City. The Brazilian has missed the Gunners' last five games due to a hamstring injury, but came off the bench on Sunday and scored the decisive goal against the Citizens in the 86th minute.
"A few weeks ago he told me: "I have to play against City. Everyone said he wouldn't be able to recover in time.
Trossar felt uncomfortable, and when I turned to the bench, Gabby was already ready to change with the words: "Boss, I'm ready to go". He made a huge effort to take part in this game. No one believed he would be available. All the medical staff were shaking," Arteta was quoted as saying by the BBC.