Gabriel
ArsenalCB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Dec 19, 1997 (28)
Left
6'3"
172 lb
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Ready for Haiti match
Gabriel (groin) is an option for Friday's match against Haiti, the player told Murilo Borges of ESPN. "I'm very well physically. I had a long season, of many games, but I feel good and prepared."
Analysis: Gabriel is set to be an option and start heading into Friday's contest after some questions about his health, as the defender has shaken off the fatigue that led him to limited training Wednesday. This is major news for the team as they try to bounce back from the opening match draw, as he is set to start alongside Marquinhos in the middle of the defense. They could take him off the field later in the match to save legs as they prepare to face Scotland, although he should remain a starter for Brazil as the tournament moves forward
Dealing with adductor fatigue
Gabriel is dealing with fatigue in his left adductor and is being carefully managed by Brazil's coaching staff ahead of Friday's clash against Haiti, according to Cahe Mota of Globo.
Analysis: Gabriel led Brazil in clearances during the opening draw against Morocco, and coach Carlo Ancelotti has not yet confirmed whether Danilo will replace him in the lineup as the medical staff monitor his fitness. The Arsenal center-back arrives off a major club season that included a Premier League title and a strong Champions League campaign, and Brazil will be cautious not to risk any setback with his workload heading into the rest of the tournament.
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