Mikel Arteta gives update on Arsenal next step over Newcastle controversy
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Mikel Arteta speaks on FA Charge || Credit: Imago

Mikel Arteta gives update on Arsenal next step over Newcastle controversy

Stephen Oladehinde 20:35 - 24.11.2023

Mikel Arteta provided an update on the situation with the FA after being charged for his outburst at Newcastle.

Arsenal travelled to St James' Park in November, with the Spaniard witnessing his team suffer their sole Premier League defeat to date.

The winning goal came from Anthony Gordon in the second half, but the goal was confirmed after three VAR reviews.

After the game, Mikel Arteta had an outburst in his press conference which led to his charge from the FA.

Arteta Arsenal manager || Photo Credit: Imago
Arteta Arsenal manager || Photo Credit: Imago

Arteta’s comment

Arteta went on many tirades, calling the decision to award the goal "embarrassing" and "a disgrace".

His comment got him into trouble with the FA but he has since given an explanation and is now waiting for an answer from the authorities. 

He said as reported by the Mirror, "We try to give our points and the reasons why and there’s not a lot more I can comment on. 

“There is a process and when you get asked to give your observations and explain yourself you have to do it in the right away and now the process is in place to do that and let’s see what happens."

After expressing his disappointment with the loss, Arteta may be subject to a touchline ban from the FA

The Arsenal boss said, "We have to talk about the result and talk about how the hell this goal stands." He also added: "For more than one reason, it is not a goal."

Arsenal will return to the Premier League this weekend as they travel to face Brentford, David Raya’s former team.

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