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Mikel Arteta has expressed frustration!!! Arteta fury as Premier League issues statement over controversial VAR call in damaging Arsenal draw

Mikel Arteta expressed frustration over the contentious penalty awarded to Brighton during Arsenalโ€™s 1-1 draw on Saturday night, a decision later clarified by the Premier League in an official statement.

Arsenal had taken the lead through Ethan Nwaneriโ€™s early goal, holding their advantage until the final half-hour when Brighton equalized under controversial circumstances.

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The incident occurred as Joao Pedro went down following a minimal clash with William Saliba, who attempted to clear the ball with his head.

After a lengthy review, referee Anthony Taylor awarded the penalty, a decision upheld by VAR. The Premier League later explained why Salibaโ€™s actions led to the penalty, a moment that could prove significant in Arsenalโ€™s title ambitions.

โ€œThe refereeโ€™s call of penalty for a foul by Saliba on Joรฃo Pedro was checked and confirmed by VAR, who deemed there was sufficient contact for a penalty,โ€ a statement published on the Premier League Match Centreโ€™s X account read.