Alan Smith believes Gabriel Jesus’ failure to score against Southampton was due to tiredness.
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After being held to a 1-1 tie at Saint Mary’s, the Gunners dropped points for the second time this season. Arsenal had hoped to extend their league lead to 30 points, but were thwarted by a stubborn Southampton side.
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Gabriel Jesus had several chances to win the game in the first half but failed to capitalise. Alan Smith believes he didn’t convert his chances because he was exhausted.
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He said on Sky Sports:
“For me, [Jesus] looking a touch jaded. It’s been a battle out there and he played most of the game on Thursday, Jesus.
“He’s got Eddie Nketiah on the bench who does look lively these days coming on.”