Foul Play: When Referees Decide the Outcome The Premier League is known for its drama and controversy, but Mikel Arteta's scathing post match comments reveal a more sinister issue – an imbalance of power that can alter the course of a season with a single call.
Arteta targeted referee Stuart Atwell's decision to award Sunderland a penalty against Arsenal despite their 2 0 win.
While VAR protocols have been tweaked this season, prioritizing attention to grappling and shoving in the box during corners, some referees still struggle to get it right.