Shearer Slams Gabriel Magalhães After Brazil’s Stumble in World Cup Opener
Former England striker Alan Shearer did not hold back after Brazil’s 1-1 draw with Morocco in their 2026 World Cup Group C opener. He pointed to a key positional mistake by Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães that led to Morocco’s opening goal. Shearer said Gabriel looked “shaky” and was slow to challenge the ball. He highlighted the wide gap between Gabriel and Marquinhos during the first-half lapse that allowed Ismael Saibari to score. The Arsenal centre-back arrives in the tournament on a high after winning the Premier League but also carries the weight of a missed penalty in last season’s Champions League final. Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti will be hoping Gabriel rediscovers his best form as the Seleção chase a record sixth title.
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