Mikel Arteta Addresses Referee Controversies at Arsenal

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has addressed concerns regarding alleged referee bias, firmly rejecting claims of a conspiracy against his team. He emphasized that controversial decisions are part of football, stating, "Every club has got its history and they have games and situations and comments". Despite Arsenal facing multiple contentious calls this season, including three red cards, Arteta encouraged his players to focus on their performance instead of getting distracted by officiating issues. Former footballer Jamie O'Hara also dismissed the notion of a conspiracy, arguing that the red cards received by Arsenal were warranted by the rules. As the Premier League continues, Arteta's insistence on maintaining a positive focus could be crucial for Arsenal's campaign. The upcoming match against Newcastle will be pivotal as Arsenal seeks to channel frustrations into improved performance.