Arsenal Support Arteta Amid Referee and VAR Errors in Newcastle Defeat

Arsenal have thrown their support behind Mikel Arteta and expressed their frustration with the “unacceptable refereeing and VAR errors” that contributed to their 1-0 defeat against Newcastle. In a statement released on Sunday, the club also commended the tremendous effort and performance displayed by their players and loyal fans at St James’ Park.

Highlighting the Premier League as the pinnacle of football, boasting top-tier players, coaches, and supporters, Arsenal emphasized that everyone involved deserves better. They called upon the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) to urgently address the officiating standards and prioritize actions that propel the game forward, rather than dwelling on post-match analysis, explanations, and apologies.