Arsenal’s central defender had his first taste of international football as he represented Brazil against Bolivia, and his performance has garnered praise from the media.
Gabriel magalhaes, an integral player for Arsenal, showcased his skills on the international stage against Bolivia.
It was a significant moment for the Arsenal defender as he made his debut for his country.
As expected, Brazil emerged victorious with a resounding 5-1 win in the 2026 World Cup qualifier against Bolivia.
The match saw former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar, now playing for Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal, shine by scoring two goals.
Unfortunately, the Brazilian forward had to be substituted due to an injury.
Early on in the game, Gabriel took a hit, as Diego Ibanez of Bolivia unintentionally struck him in the chest with his knee while attempting to win the ball.
Despite the setback, Gabriel managed to recover and continued to play until late in the match.
The media was highly impressed with Gabriel’s performance.
Goal.com gave him a rating of 7 out of 10 for his international debut, commending his excellent ball control and ability to clean up when necessary. They described his performance as solid.
Pundit Feed also praised Gabriel, rating him 6.5 out of 10. They highlighted his resilience after enduring a harsh blow to his ribs early in the game. He successfully shut down Marcelo Martins before eventually being substituted due to injury.
Given Brazil’s superiority compared to Bolivia, it was expected that Brazil would emerge as the victors.
Gabriel should be satisfied with his international debut for Brazil, especially considering that he is only 25 years old.
The future looks promising for the talented defender as his best years are still ahead of him.
We strongly believe that Gabriel has the potential to become a key player for the Brazil national team in the forthcoming years.
