Mikel Arteta expressed concern over two red cards Arsenal received for kicking the ball away this season, emphasizing the impact on the Premier League's quality.
Referee Howard Webb noted that the number of yellow cards for kicking the ball away nearly doubled this season, aiming to maintain tempo and flow.
Audio from the referees revealed that even officials like Chris Kavanagh are uncomfortable with the rule concerning kicking the ball away, highlighting systemic issues.
The string of red cards has raised debates about fairness and consistency in officiating, affecting both the players and the flow of matches.
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