Gary Neville slams ‘absolutely embarrassing’ Arsenal star during win over Liverpool

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| Deputy Sports Editor Published November 1, 2026 6:26pm Updated November 1, 2026 6:26pm Manchester United legend Gary Neville (Picture: NBC Sports) Gary Neville accused Gabriel of ‘letting himself down’ with ‘absolutely embarrassing’ play-acting during Arsenal’s Premier League win over Liverpool. Gabriel wanted referee Andy Madley to penalise Isak, suggesting his opponent had struck him in the face, but replays appeared to show Isak’s arm struck his upper chest. ‘He does let himself down at times,’ Manchester United legend and ex-England defender Neville said on Sky Sports commentary. ‘I love his fire, his passion and his tenacity.

But there’s a push into his upper chest and he goes down holding his face. ‘It’s absolutely embarrassing. Arsenal defender Gabriel in action against Liverpool (Picture: Getty) Mikel Arteta’s side trailed early pace-setters Manchester City just two weeks ago but the Etihad club have suffered two successive defeats while Arsenal’s only dropped points came at the hands of Brighton.

Liverpool had the chance to climb back into the Champions League spots and move to within just three points of Arsenal but a second league defeat of the season leaves the Reds fifth. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.