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Controversial Offside: Martinelli's Disallowed Goal for Arsenal vs. Olympique Lyonnais - Emirates Cup 2019
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Controversial Offside: Martinelli's Disallowed Goal for Arsenal vs. Olympique Lyonnais - Emirates Cup 2019
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 28: Arsenals Gabriel Martinelli celebrates his goal that was ruled out for offside during the Emirates Cup match between Arsenal and Olympic Lyonnais at Emirates Stadium on July 28, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
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In this thought-provoking photograph taken by Stuart MacFarlane during the Emirates Cup match between Arsenal and Olympique Lyonnais on July 28, 2019, at Emirates Stadium in London, England, Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli is seen celebrating a goal that was controversially ruled out for offside. The Brazilian striker, who had just netted what appeared to be a stunning equalizer for the Gunners, was left crestfallen as the referee's assistant raised the offside flag, much to the dismay of Arsenal fans and players alike. The image captures the raw emotion of the moment, with Martinelli's dejected expression and teammates consoling him, while Lyon players and fans celebrate the narrow escape. The crowd, a sea of red and white, looks on in disbelief as the Arsenal players plead their case with the officials. The offside call, which divided opinion among fans and pundits, was a pivotal moment in the match, which ended in a 2-2 draw. The controversy surrounding the decision added to the intensity of the pre-season friendly, which served as a preview of the upcoming 2019-2020 season for both teams. This evocative photograph encapsulates the passion, drama, and unpredictability of soccer, and serves as a reminder of the fine lines that can separate victory from defeat on the pitch. Martinelli's disallowed goal remains a talking point among Arsenal fans, and this image will undoubtedly be a cherished memory for those who were there on that day at Emirates Stadium.
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