Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli has issued an apology for his 'disgraceful' behavior towards an injured Liverpool player, Conor Bradley. The incident occurred during a Premier League match between Arsenal and Liverpool, where Bradley fell awkwardly near the touchline in stoppage time. Martinelli, believing Bradley was time-wasting, threw the ball at him and manhandled him, leading to an angry reaction from Liverpool's players. Sky Sports pundits Gary Neville and Roy Keane both criticized Martinelli's actions, with Neville calling them 'disgraceful' and Keane expressing surprise that Liverpool players didn't react more strongly. Martinelli has since taken to social media to apologize, stating he was unaware of the extent of Bradley's injury at the time. Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed concern for Bradley's well-being, while Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta defended Martinelli, suggesting there was no intention to harm. The incident has sparked debate, with some questioning the severity of Martinelli's actions and others emphasizing the importance of player safety. As Bradley undergoes scans to determine the severity of his injury, the football community awaits further updates on his condition.
