The Football Association (FA) has written to Mikel Arteta and Arsenal requesting their observations following post-match comments made after Saturday’s 1-0 defeat at Newcastle United. Antony Gordon’s controversial winner was enough to secure victory for Eddie Howe’s side.
The Football Association has written to Mikel Arteta and requesting their observations following post-match comments made after . Antony Gordon’s controversial winner was enough to secure victory for Eddie Howe’s side. The goal was checked by VAR Andy Madley to see whether the ball had stayed in play, whether there was a foul by a player, and also whether there was an offside. Advertisement After the game, Arteta did not clarify what part he took issue with but calling it “a disgrace”.
, the body responsible for referees in English football, he added: “OK, I have to stand here now and explain, we lose three points today. Guys, you know what that means? It’s too hard, this league, it’s too hard, it’s too much at stake, it’s embarrassing.” and called on to “urgently address the standard of officiating” in the “Arsenal football club wholeheartedly supports Mikel Arteta’s post-match comments after yet more unacceptable refereeing and VAR errors on Saturday evening,” it read. “We’d also like to acknowledge the huge effort and performance from our players and travelling supporters at St James’ Park. “The is the best league in the world with the best players, coaches, and supporters, all of whom deserve better.
urgently needs to address the standard of officiating and focus on action which moves us all on from retrospective analysis, attempted explanations, and apologies. “We support the ongoing efforts of chief refereeing officer, Howard Webb and would welcome working together to achieve the world-class officiating standards our league demands.” Advertisement The FA may charge “participants” if any comments in the media are deemed to breach FA rule E3.1.
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