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Arteta Drops a Bombshell on Lewis-Skelly’s Red Card – Will Arsenal Fight Back?

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has addressed the contentious red card issued to Myles Lewis-Skelly during the Gunners’ hard-fought 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers. Speaking to Arsenal Media, Arteta hinted that the club may consider an appeal against the decision, drawing parallels to a similar incident involving Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes earlier this season.

When asked about the possibility of an appeal, Arteta responded, “Hopefully we don’t need to, and if we have to, it happened and it’s a really good precedent for what happened with Bruno [Fernandes] as well this season.”

A Controversial Decision

Lewis-Skelly was shown a straight red card for a poorly-timed challenge just before halftime at Molineux. The decision left Arsenal down to 10 men for the entirety of the second half, but the team managed to grind out a victory thanks to Riccardo Calafiori’s late winner. However, the red card has sparked significant debate, with Arteta voicing his frustration post-match.

While the manager refrained from explicitly criticizing the officiating, his comments reflected the club’s belief that the decision might not have been entirely fair. “We were in a position that we shouldn’t be in,” Arteta added, “but at least be in a position we should be in for the next few weeks and allow our players to continue to show up.”

A Precedent to Lean On

Arteta’s reference to Bruno Fernandes’ incident highlights the inconsistency Arsenal perceive in refereeing decisions this season. The United midfielder avoided suspension following an overturned decision, and Arteta appears to be calling for similar fairness in the treatment of Lewis-Skelly’s case.

The potential appeal, if pursued, would allow Arsenal to reinstate the availability of their talented youngster for upcoming matches. With key fixtures looming, including a Champions League clash against Girona, Arteta will be keen to have as many players as possible at his disposal.

Focus on the Future

Despite the frustration surrounding the red card, Arsenal’s resilience shone through at Molineux. The team’s ability to secure three crucial points under adverse conditions has kept them firmly in the title race. The victory also marked their first clean sheet in 10 league games, a notable achievement given the circumstances.

The Gunners will now turn their attention to their midweek Champions League tie against Girona. Arteta will be eager to put the controversy behind them and focus on maintaining their momentum in Europe and the Premier League.

Final Thoughts

Myles Lewis-Skelly’s red card remains a contentious topic, but Mikel Arteta’s measured approach suggests Arsenal are prepared to fight for fairness if necessary. Whether or not the club proceeds with an appeal, the focus will undoubtedly shift back to the pitch, where Arsenal continue to demonstrate their determination and grit in pursuit of success this season.

As the Gunners prepare for their next challenge, fans will hope the team’s unity and resilience can carry them through, regardless of the obstacles in their path.

 

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