Gabigol hits a decisive spell and grows at Santos: “I’m very confident” | OneFootball

Gabriel Barbosa is going through his best spell in recent times wearing the Santos shirt. More than just the goals scored in recent matches, Gabigol has become a constant presence in the team’s main attacking moves and has put together a standout run this season.

In the last four games, for example, Gabigol found the net four times and also provided three assists. That makes seven direct goal contributions in that span, a number that helps illustrate the player’s influence on Santos’s attack.

His output also carries more weight when looking at the broader picture of the season. In 42 matches played, the forward has 31 goal contributions. The performance reinforces Gabigol’s role as one of Peixe’s main attacking references in this final stretch of the season.

Confidence goes hand in hand with his progress on the pitch

His current form is also marked by the confidence shown by the forward. Gabigol says his performances are directly linked to the opportunities and consistent run of games he gets, while also highlighting the work he puts in every day.

After the 2-1 win over Remo this Saturday the 19th at Mangueirão, in the 28th round of the Brazilian Championship, the player spoke about the moment he is going through and responded to criticism that, according to him, misinterprets his confidence.

“Of course it’s complicated because of the defeat we had last Wednesday, more than playing well we needed to win today,” said the number 9 in an interview with Première after the match, before continuing:

“I’m happy with my current moment. Like I said, some people take it as swagger or arrogance, but I work very hard and I believe in myself. If I play on a team that gives me the conditions and gives me continuity, I will score goals. I always have. Now will be no different,” he concluded.

Seven goal contributions in four matches

The recent run shows an attacking contribution spread between goals and assists. In four matches, Gabriel Barbosa scored four times and was directly involved in three other goals as the provider.

This stretch is especially relevant because it shows that his influence does not depend exclusively on finishing chances. The forward also contributes in the build-up and in the final action before his teammates’ finishes.

In the win over Remo, for example, Gabigol assisted Rony for the opening goal and then scored the goal that sealed the victory. The performance raised his total to seven goal contributions in the last four matches.

Gabigol takes center stage in the final stretch

With 31 goal contributions in 42 matches this season, Gabriel Barbosa enters the decisive stretch of the year in a starring role. His recent consistency has turned his numbers into one of the main indicators of Santos’s attacking improvement.

Gabigol has become a central piece for Santos in this stage of the Brasileirão. As the team looks to establish itself near the top of the table, the forward continues to deliver strong performances and numbers that match the team’s progress.

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