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Slot: 'I Don't Know Martinelli but He Seems Like a Good Guy'

Published January 9, 2026, 17:15
Slot: 'I Don't Know Martinelli but He Seems Like a Good Guy'

Liverpool manager Arne Slot commented on the tense incident involving Arsenal player Gabriel Martinelli in the final minutes of the match. Slot stated that he does not personally know Martinelli but described him as a 'good guy'. He explained that Martinelli's behavior may be due to the time-wasting tactics often seen in the closing stages of games, which can be frustrating when a team is trying to score. He emphasized that if Martinelli had known the extent of a potential injury, he would not have reacted in that manner.