'Big games are for big players': Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta on Gunners star

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta applauds Gabriel Jesus for his contribution to Arsenal, characterised by confidence and vigour, especially highlighted in their win against Sevilla.

Jesus extended his Champions League scoring spree by scoring a spectacular goal and providing an assist in Arsenal's 2-1 triumph against Sevilla on Tuesday.

The forward's artistry in the game led to an assist for his fellow countryman, Gabriel Martinelli, who opened the score just before half-time. Jesus then fortified the lead with a remarkable and personalized curving shot. Nevertheless, he retreated from the game shortly after clutching his hamstring.

Although Jesus' goal-scoring record may not be the highest, he has a commendable tally of 23 goals under his belt from 41 matches in the premier football league of Europe.

Asked if Jesus had been signed from Manchester City because of his prowess in the competition, Arteta replied, "For sure. He has been through a lot in the last few years and he's still really young.

"He has enormous experiences - some of them not the nicest but very necessary to be the player that he is today. I'm really happy to have him in the team.

"He came here for a reason. I think he changed our world. He brought so much belief and energy to that team, he needs to step in in those moments. He's done that. That's when a player becomes accountable for the team.

"Big games are for big players. He needed to produce those moments to win in a stadium like this. He's done it for us in a really big way. Then, really sad because he felt something in his hamstring and I'm worried about that.

Jesus had a disappointing ending though as the player hobbled off with a knock. And the Gunners boss says he is worried about the Brazilian.

"(I am) really sad because he felt something in his hamstring and I'm worried about that," he added.

"He straight away asked to be subbed which is not good news because Gabriel is not a player who does that at all. We will have to wait and see in the next few days," the Arsenal manager added.

The Gunners will be back in Premier League action up next as they host Sheffield United on Saturday (October 28).