Neville urges Liverpool to take action against Martinelli following shocking episode

Liverpool and Arsenal shared a goalless draw in the Premier League on Tuesday night. Both sides controlled long spells of the match in different halves, and a draw was ultimately a fair outcome. However, the high-profile encounter was overshadowed by a controversial moment involving Gabriel Martinelli and Conor Bradley.

The Liverpool right-back suffered a serious knee injury during the match, and the Arsenal winger was criticised after appearing to throw the ball at the injured defender and pull him off the pitch as Bradley lay in clear pain.

Gary Neville criticises Gabriel Martinelli

Supporters and football pundits strongly condemned Martinelli’s actions, with former Premier League defender Gary Neville delivering a scathing assessment. Neville claimed Liverpool’s players should have confronted the Brazilian forward, even if it meant receiving a red card.

Speaking on the incident, Neville said:
“Conor Bradley has been stretchered off and it’s upsetting to see, especially given his history with injuries. I’m furious with Gabriel Martinelli. I don’t understand how Liverpool’s players didn’t go after him and take a red card. It was completely unacceptable.”

Following the match, Martinelli apologised directly to Bradley and later issued a public apology on social media.

Can Liverpool manage without Bradley?

Bradley’s injury represents a major setback for Liverpool, who are already short of options at right-back. Losing the academy graduate for a lengthy period could prove costly.

With the January transfer window now open, Liverpool may consider strengthening their squad. Jeremie Frimpong has struggled with fitness issues since arriving at the club, and relying solely on the Dutch international for the remainder of the season may be a risk.