English Premier League side Arsenal FC striker Gabriel Jesus has paid tribute to young woman named Gabriela Anelli, who passed away in Brazil after being struck in a football match. (More Football News)
The 23-year old was hit on the neck by a bottle of beer during a brawl between Palmeiras and Flamengo supporters.
Jesus posted with a picture of Gabriella, "A sad day for Brazilian football. Gabi was only 23 years old and had a whole life ahead of her, which ended up being taken away by the violence in the stadiums. May we reflect and unite for the end of this violence. And may God comfort Gabi's family..."
Gabriel Jesus came through ranks at Palmeiras football club. He made 67 appearances for the club and scored 21 goals.
Brazilian police said a 26-year-old suspect was arrested in connection with the death of Gabriela Anelli, a Palmeiras supporter. Anelli was wounded as she tried to get into Allianz Parque Stadium in Sao Paulo for the Brazilian championship match on Saturday. Palmeiras and Flamengo drew 1-1.
Palmeiras said in its social media channels that Brazilians “cannot accept that a 23-year-old woman be a victim of barbarism in a place that should be for entertainment.”
The club has urged the local authorities to investigate the case because it “hurts the image of Brazilian football.”
(With AP inputs)
