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Arsene Wenger hails "fighting leader" following Everton victory
ARSENE WENGER heaped plenty of praise on defender Gabriel following their 2-1 win over Everton on Saturday.
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Olivier Giroud and Laurent Koscielny scored within two minutes of each other to give Arsenal a comfortable lead.
Ross Barkely responded just before the break but the Gunners held on to secure all three points.
Gabriel celebrates Arsenal's 2-1 victory over Everton
Arsene Wenger praised Gabriel's fighting spirit
Gabriel started alongside Koscielny in the centre of defence with Per Mertesacker missing though illness.
And Wenger was delighted with the 24-year-old's performance and believes he has the quality to play in the top flight.
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