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Gabriel Jesus

Gabriel Jesus is a Brazilian professional soccer player who plays as a forward for Arsenal and the Brazil national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Gabriel Jesus is a Brazilian professional soccer player who plays as a forward for Arsenal and the Brazil national team. He began his senior club career with Palmeiras, where he won the 2015 Copa do Brasil and the 2016 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. Jesus later moved to Manchester City, winning four Premier League titles, three EFL Cups, and one FA Cup before joining Arsenal in July 2022.

Early life and youth career

Gabriel Jesus was born in São Paulo, Brazil, on 3 April 1997. He developed in Brazilian football before breaking through at Palmeiras.

Club career

Jesus rose to prominence at Palmeiras, helping the club win the 2015 Copa do Brasil and the 2016 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. He joined Manchester City in January 2017 and won four Premier League titles, three EFL Cups, and one FA Cup. He transferred to Arsenal in July 2022 and continued his career in the Premier League.

International career

Jesus represented Brazil at youth level before making his senior debut in September 2016. He has appeared at the FIFA World Cup in 2018 and 2022, and was part of Brazil’s 2019 Copa América-winning team. He also won an Olympic gold medal with Brazil at the 2016 Summer Olympics.

Playing style

Jesus is listed as a forward. His club describes him as a player who combines close control, movement, and link-up play with goal-scoring ability.

Key facts

  • Gabriel Jesus began his senior club career with Palmeiras, winning the 2015 Copa do Brasil and the 2016 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A.
  • He joined Manchester City in January 2017 and won four Premier League titles, three EFL Cups, and one FA Cup.
  • He transferred to Arsenal in July 2022.
  • Jesus made his senior debut for Brazil in September 2016 and was part of the 2019 Copa América-winning team.
  • He won an Olympic gold medal with Brazil at the 2016 Summer Olympics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Gabriel Jesus?
Gabriel Jesus is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Arsenal and the Brazil national team.
When was Gabriel Jesus born?
He was born on 3 April 1997 in São Paulo, Brazil.
Which clubs has Gabriel Jesus played for?
He has played for Palmeiras, Manchester City, and Arsenal.
What major honours has he won?
His honours include Premier League titles with Manchester City, an FA Cup, EFL Cups, a Copa do Brasil, a Brazilian league title, and Olympic gold with Brazil.
Has Gabriel Jesus played in the FIFA World Cup?
Yes. He was part of Brazil’s squads at the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cups.
What position does Gabriel Jesus play?
He plays as a forward, and sources also describe him as a striker or centre-forward.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabriel_Jesus
    Supports: Birth date, clubs, transfers, major honours, Brazil appearances, World Cups, Copa América, Olympic gold.
  2. Arsenal — https://www.arsenal.com/men/players/gabriel-jesus
    Supports: Current club, squad number, birth date, nationality, position, previous clubs, club honours noted by Arsenal.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/217289/gabriel-jesus
    Supports: Current club, position, birth date, nationality.
  4. Arsenal — https://www.arsenal.com/news/gabriel-jesus-story-so-far
    Supports: Background from São Paulo and development context.
  5. UEFA — https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/clubs/players/250106649--gabriel-jesus/
    Supports: Current club, position, shirt number, date of birth.
  6. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/gabriel-jesus/profil/spieler/363205
    Supports: Full name, date of birth, place of birth, height, position, current club, transfer date.