Arsenal defeated Manchester United on Sunday, and Gabriel Magalhaes was praised for a “monsterclass” performance.
At the Emirates Stadium, Declan Rice and Gabriel Jesus scored in stoppage time to secure a thrilling 3-1 victory, although the outcome almost didn’t happen.
Alejandro Garnacho, a young United player, felt he had scored the game-winning goal in the 88th minute after rushing past Arsenal’s defense and comfortably beating Aaron Ramsdale.
Wild celebrations in the away end were halted by VAR, which determined that the goal was offside. And Gabriel’s crucial positioning has drawn acclaim from Arsenal supporters.
Gabriel’s body contortion proved to be crucial, as replays revealed how close the call was. United manager Erik ten Hag even maintained after the game that the goal should have stood.
The center-back was seen on camera superbly pausing his forward motion to confirm that Garnacho was offside and to provide the necessary opening to prevent United from scoring.
After being strangely benched for the first three games of the season, Gabriel was getting his first start of the year.