What Rivardo told Gabriel Jesus after he scored against Chelsea

Brazil football legend, Rivaldo in a statement opened up on what he told Gabriel Jesus after he scored against Chelsea in Arsenal’s pre-season friendly Florida Cup final 4-0 win during their US tour.

Rivaldo said he applauded Jesus for his talents after Arsenal defeated Chelsea.

Speaking to Betfair, Rivaldo said, “I spoke with Jesus after the Chelsea match, wishing him the best in this new phase of his career, praising his qualities as a player, and asking him to keep focused to start the new season very strongly.”

He added: “How he starts at the club will probably be crucial to his success with the Brazilian national team at the World Cup.

“I can only hope that he produces the goods for the Gunners early on – starting when Arsenal go to Crystal Palace next Friday – and heads to Qatar in top form as Brazil’s bid to win a sixth World Cup.”

Jesus joined Arsenal from Man City this summer.