Arsenal defender Gabriel says he is staying focused on the task at hand for their busy fixtures schedule during December and January.

The Gunners will be hoping to find there for again after back-to-back defeats in the Premier League against Manchester City and Everton.

The Brazilian defender says he has already come to terms with the demands of the English football schedule and is already focused on their next match against the Baggies.

‘When I played in Spain, I got a few days off to enjoy with my family. But not here. There’s no pause, it’s all about working,’ Gabriel told the Arsenal website.

‘We players can’t think about partying, we only focus on our job. We are focused on what we have to do.’

Arsenal will now welcome West Bromwich Albion to the Emirates Stadium when the two side’s meet in the Premier League on December 26.

Kick-off has been set for 17:00.

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