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Sports · 16 September 2026

Arsenal's Gabriel cleared after head kick on Chelsea goalkeeper Martinez

Arsenal's Gabriel cleared after head kick on Chelsea goalkeeper Martinez

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A Premier League panel has unanimously cleared Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes over the controversial incident with Chelsea's Emiliano Martinez. The collision happened during Arsenal's 2-1 victory over Chelsea on September 6, when Gabriel's boot made contact with Martinez's head. The panel said the congested penalty box meant his action was not violent conduct or serious foul play.

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