Arsenal secured a vital 1-0 win against Wolves to maintain their Premier League title contention, but the match was marred by a contentious red card given to Myles Lewis-Skelly. Referee Michael Oliver deemed Lewis-Skelly's tackle on Wolves' Matt Doherty as serious foul play, a decision backed by VAR, leaving Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta visibly upset. The situation stirred significant backlash from fans and pundits alike, with Arsenal managing to hold on for the win despite Wolves also suffering a red card after Joao Gomes' second yellow late in the game.
The sending off was one of the worst decisions I've seen in a long time. As a referee, you can get it wrong on the pitch.
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.
After a controversial red card, Arsenal secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Wolves, keeping their title hopes alive in the Premier League.
High, full and forceful contact on the ankle or above is considered dangerous and a red card according to Premier League guidelines.
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