Gabriel Martinelli vows to 'give everything for this badge' as Al Hilal clinch fifth straight SPL win
Al Hilal extended their unbeaten start to the Saudi Pro League 2026/27 season by registering their fifth straight win as their latest signing – Brazilian forward Gabriel Martinelli – made his debut. Al Hilal completed a comfortable 2-0 win over Al Shabab with Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ruben Neves both finding the back of the net to take Al Hilal to five wins from five games and top of the…
Al Hilal secured their fifth consecutive victory in the Saudi Pro League 2026/27 season, as their latest addition – Brazilian forward Gabriel Martinelli – made his much-anticipated debut. The Saudi Pro League champions, Al Hilal, defeated Al Shabab 2-0, with goals from Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ruben Neves, ensuring the team's perfect start to the season and their position atop the table.
Martinelli, who joined Al Hilal after a seven-year stint at Arsenal, expressed his determination to contribute to the team's success. Having scored 62 goals in 278 appearances for Arsenal, Martinelli made an immediate impact on his debut as a substitute in the 67th minute, replacing Sultan Mandash. Martinelli praised the club's intensity and competitiveness, comparing it to the high level of competition he experienced during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
He reiterated his commitment to the team, emphasizing his desire to win titles for Al Hilal and help his teammates achieve success.
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