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Arsenal manager Arteta calls Sunderland penalty decision unacceptable

Mikel Arteta expressed anger after referee John Brooks awarded a penalty to Sunderland in Arsenal's 2-0 victory at the Stadium of Light. The spot kick was given in the 54th minute when Ezri Konsa held Dan Ballard, a call confirmed by VAR. David Raya saved Enzo Le Fée's penalty before Bruno Guimarães scored the winning goal for Arsenal.

Furious Arteta rages over 'unacceptable' Sunderland penalty call
File photo Furious Arteta rages over 'unacceptable' Sunderland penalty call Photo: Sky Sports

Mikel Arteta expressed anger after referee John Brooks awarded a penalty to Sunderland in Arsenal’s 2-0 victory at the Stadium of Light. The spot kick was given in the 54th minute when Ezri Konsa held Dan Ballard, a call confirmed by VAR. David Raya saved Enzo Le Fée’s penalty before Bruno Guimarães scored the winning goal for Arsenal.

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