Arsenal ace mocks popular Man United target he 'pocketed' with iconic celebration

Arsenal's Brazilian defender Gabriel was the standout performer in a thrilling 5-1 victory against Sporting Lisbon in the UEFA Champions League.

He scored a powerful header and delivered a memorable celebration that caught the attention of fans in the famous victory in Portugal on Tuesday night.

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The Gunners established their dominance early in the match, with Gabriel Martinelli opening the scoring in the 7th minute.

Kai Havertz quickly doubled the lead, and Gabriel added a towering third just before halftime, heading in from a corner taken by Declan Rice.

This commanding first-half display set the tone for a comprehensive win, marking Arsenal's first Champions League away victory of the season.

While Gabriel's goal was significant, it was his celebration that drew particular attention. After scoring, he mimicked the iconic celebration of Viktor Gyokeres, the Sporting striker who has been linked with a move to Manchester United.

This playful jab at Gyokeres highlighted Gabriel's confidence and added an extra layer of excitement to an already impressive performance.

Fans took to social media to express their amusement and support for Gabriel's antics. One user commented, “People crying don't get the context; well, apparently Gabriel doesn't forget, however long it takes, he'll dish it back to you, ask Ivan Toney.”

Another remarked on Gabriel's performance against Gyokeres, saying, “Gabriel pocketing the most in-form striker in the world then doing his goal celebration is giving off extreme ‘I’m him’ vibes.”

The reactions reflected both admiration for Gabriel’s skills and a light-hearted acknowledgement of his banter directed at he Swedish forward who has also been linked with the Gunners.

After Sporting managed to pull one back through Goncalo Inacio shortly after halftime, Arsenal quickly regained control when Bukayo Saka converted a penalty following a foul on Martin Ødegaard.

Leandro Trossard capped off the rout with another goal late in the match, securing a resounding victory for Arsenal.

This win boosted Arsenal’s position in the Champions League standings and also serves as a statement of intent as they aim for a better run on multiple fronts this season.

With their next Premier League match against West Ham looming, the Gunners will look to build on this momentum as they continue their campaign.

Gabriel’s performance and celebration have certainly made headlines, showcasing both his talent on the pitch and his personality off it.