Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was “absolutely fuming” over Myles Lewis-Skelly’s red card during Saturday’s 1-0 win over Wolves in the Premier League.
The left-back was sent off following a late challenge on Matt Doherty, which was deemed serious foul play by referee Michael Oliver. Despite the Gunners’ protests, the decision was upheld by VAR.
Wolves failed to make their advantage count, however, and were reduced to ten men themselves after Joao Gomes received a second booking in the second half for a reckless foul on William Saliba.
Mikel Arteta adjusted his team at the break his decision to bring on Riccardo Calafiori turned out to be an inspired one as the Italian broke the deadlock in the 74th minute, his low shot going in off the post.
Arsenal fume over Lewis-Skelly red card following Wolves win
“It’s incredible what the boys did again,” the Basque native told Sky Sports. “In the context that we were thrown in again, it was about character, personality of the team, courage and intelligence to play the game we wanted to play. It was exceptional.”
On Arsenal‘s red card, Arteta said: “It is that clear that I leave it to you guys. I am absolutely fuming but I leave it with you. Because it is that obvious. I don’t think my words are going to help.”
