I would take another penalty - Gabriel

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Alex Howell
Arsenal reporter

Arsenal defender Gabriel has said he will would not hesitate to take another penalty in the Champions League if given the opportunity, despite missing the decisive spot-kick in the final against Paris St-Germain last season.

"In a final, anything can happen so I think we did really well. Of course, if I had another penalty I'm going to be there to take it and I think my team-mates helped me a lot after this," said Gabriel.

"Of course I was sad. I don't want to miss a penalty, but I've learned from this and if I have another opportunity I'm there to take it."

Arsenal take on Gabriel's former club Lille on Tuesday and the centre-back said it will be a "very special day".

The 28-year-old signed a long-term contract with Arsenal last summer and earlier this month, manager Mikel Arteta signed a new deal as he looks to build on the success of last season.

"Every week, I say thank you to Mikel for how he pushed me and the team, how he wants to win and the spirit he has. He pushed everyone," Gabriel added.

"He gives a lot of confidence to us to play games and enjoy every time we are on the pitch. We are really happy to have him."

A graphic showing Gabriel with his hands on his face after missing his penalty in the Champions League final next to the text: "I think in the final, anything can happen. I did we did really well. If we have another penalty, I am going to be there to take it. I think my team-mates help me a lot after this. Of course I was sad, of course I don't want to miss a penalty. I have learnt from this, if I have another opportunity I will take it."

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