Brazil great Ronaldo Nazario is backing Arsenal striker Gabriel Martinelli for big things with club and country.

Martinelli made his international debut in March and has since won six caps, after playing a key role in Brazil's Olympics win in 2020 at U23 level.

Speaking to Apostagolos, Ronaldo said: “He is definitely a great asset, is developing wonderfully at Arsenal and showed his potential in the group stage in Qatar.

"He will certainly stand out at the 2026 World Cup.

"We are very excited about him.

"What impresses me the most is that he plays with a lot of passion and self-confidence."