A cheeky grin from Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has further intensified the rivalry with Tottenham, showcasing the competitive spirit in the Premier League.
Following Arsenal‘s impressive 3-1 victory over Brentford on Wednesday evening, the Brazilian center-back decided to unwind by gaming on his PlayStation.
Fans got a glimpse of Gabriel’s gaming session as he streamed live on Instagram.
One fan took the opportunity to throw a playful jab at Tottenham, commenting, “Look at the camera if Spurs are s***.”
Within moments, Gabriel turned to the camera and flashed a smile, showcasing his playful nature.
As a fan favorite, Gabriel’s lighthearted trolling of Tottenham is sure to endear him even more to Arsenal supporters.
This cheeky remark is likely the last thing Tottenham fans wanted to see, especially given their troubling form this season.
Ange Postecoglou’s side has managed only one win in their last seven league outings, with that lone victory coming against last-placed Southampton.
During this challenging stretch, Tottenham has conceded 15 goals, six of which came during a heavy defeat to Liverpool.
Additionally, Tottenham has developed a concerning trend that has left fans anxious.
The north London club made history by being the first team in Premier League history to concede the first goal in 15 matches within a single calendar year, highlighting a significant defensive issue.
Postecoglou’s second season at Tottenham has been starkly different from his first.
Last season, after 18 games, Tottenham had accumulated 37 points with 11 wins, three draws, and only four losses.
This season, however, they sit with 23 points from seven wins, two draws, and nine losses.
In Postecoglou’s defense, injuries to key players like Guglielmo Vicario, Cristian Romero, and Micky Van de Ven have hampered the squad.
Adding to Tottenham’s woes, their north London rivals continue to perform well.
Arsenal’s recent victory over Brentford propelled them past Nottingham Forest, securing second place in the Premier League as they kicked off 2025 with a bang.
Goals from Gabriel Jesus, Mikel Merino, and Gabriel Martinelli secured the win for Mikel Arteta’s side.
Jesus’ goal marked his sixth in four matches across all competitions, narrowing the gap to league leaders Liverpool to just six points.
Tottenham won’t have to wait long for a chance to respond to Gabriel’s Instagram gesture, as the two north London clubs are set to clash on January 15.
Arsenal currently holds bragging rights in the north London derby this season, with Gabriel’s header in the 64th minute proving decisive on September 15.
Tottenham’s Last 10 Premier League Games
November 3: Tottenham 4-1 Aston Villa
November 10: Tottenham 1-2 Ipswich Town
November 23: Manchester City 0-4 Tottenham
December 1: Tottenham 1-1 Fulham
December 5: Bournemouth 1-0 Tottenham
December 8: Tottenham 3-4 Chelsea
December 15: Southampton 0-5 Tottenham
December 22: Tottenham 3-6 Liverpool
December 26: Nottingham Forest 1-0 Tottenham
December 29: Tottenham 2-2 Wolves
