Carragher explains on MNF why Arsenal are "disliked" following VAR controversy

"After a lengthy VAR review, referee Chris Kavanagh overturned the goal, ruling that Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya had been fouled in the build-up. The decision protected Arsenal's lead, kept them five points clear of Manchester City, and sparked fierce debate over whether the correct call had been made."

"The former Liverpool defender argued that Arsenal are not necessarily treated differently by officials, but he believes they have developed a reputation for pushing the limits in several areas of the game. Carragher said Arsenal's aggressive approach to set-pieces, touchline behaviour and penalty-box battles has made rival fans feel they regularly get away with it."

"This all started with Arsenal two or three seasons ago putting 15 players in a six yard box and the reason people are annoyed with Arsenal, and feel they've got away with it, is that this is a football club who push the boundaries in every area to try and gain an advantage that's why they are disliked."

"The manager stands on the edge of the touchline, putting the opposition's left wing or right back off, screaming down his ear. Gabriel going down on the floor anytime someone breaths on him. The goalkeeper being the first one to take the atmosphere in a stadium to another degree and what they do at set pieces. That's why there's this feel"

Arsenal won 1-0 against West Ham with Leandro Trossard scoring late. Callum Wilson appeared to equalise deep into stoppage time, but the goal was overturned after a lengthy VAR review. The referee ruled that Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya was fouled in the build-up, protecting Arsenal’s lead. The result kept Arsenal five points clear of Manchester City and intensified controversy around the decision. Jamie Carragher argued Arsenal are not necessarily treated differently by officials, but they have built a reputation for pushing limits. He cited aggressive set-piece tactics, touchline behaviour, penalty-box battles, and frequent physical incidents involving players as reasons rival fans feel Arsenal often get away with it.

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