Liverpool and Arsenal shared the spoils in a 0-0 Premier League draw last night, with each side largely in control during one half, making the stalemate a fair outcome overall. However, the headline clash was overshadowed by a controversial incident involving Gabriel Martinelli and Conor Bradley.<\/p>\n
The Liverpool right-back suffered what appeared to be a serious knee injury, and as he lay in visible pain, the Arsenal winger was seen throwing the ball towards him and attempting to pull him off the pitch, sparking widespread outrage.<\/p>\n
Gary Neville condemns Martinelli
\nSupporters and pundits were quick to criticise Martinelli\u2019s conduct, with former Manchester United and England defender Gary Neville delivering a particularly scathing assessment. Neville suggested Liverpool\u2019s players should have confronted the Brazilian, even if it meant risking a red card.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe\u2019s been stretchered off, Conor Bradley, and it\u2019s heartbreaking to see, especially given his injury history,\u201d Neville said. \u201cI\u2019m absolutely furious with Gabriel Martinelli. I can\u2019t understand how the Liverpool players didn\u2019t go over to him and lash out, even if it meant getting sent off. It\u2019s completely disgraceful.\u201d
\nFollowing the match, Martinelli apologised to Bradley both privately and publicly, issuing a statement of remorse on social media.<\/p>\n
Can Liverpool manage without Bradley?
\nBradley\u2019s injury comes as a major setback for Liverpool, who are already thin on options at right-back. An extended absence for the academy graduate would significantly complicate matters for the Reds.<\/p>\n
With the January transfer window now open, Liverpool may be forced to explore the market for reinforcements. Jeremie Frimpong has endured fitness issues since arriving at Anfield, and relying on the Dutchman to start every match in the weeks ahead could prove risky.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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