Mikel Arteta Criticizes ‘Bizarre’ Penalty Decision in Arsenal’s Draw Against Brighton
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his disappointment over a controversial penalty decision that denied his team a win against Brighton in the Premier League. Following an early goal from Ethan Nwaneri, Joao Pedro equalized for Brighton from the spot after an accidental headbutt involving Arsenal defender William Saliba. Arteta described the penalty as ‘bizarre’ and unprecedented in his experience, while Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler defended the decision as clear and justified.