Arsenal's recent match against Wolves has been overshadowed by a contentious red card issued to young midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly, which left manager Mikel Arteta "fuming." The incident occurred in the 43rd minute when Lewis-Skelly was shown a straight red card for a challenge on Wolves' Matt Doherty, deemed by referee Michael Oliver as serious foul play. Despite the controversy, Arsenal managed to secure a 1-0 victory, maintaining their pursuit of the Premier League title.

Arteta expressed his disbelief over the decision, stating that it was so glaringly incorrect that he felt no further explanation was necessary. He remarked, "I am absolutely fuming," highlighting the impact of the officiating on the game. The challenge, which took place far from Arsenal's goal, was described by pundits as more deserving of a yellow card than a red. Alan Shearer, the Premier League's all-time top scorer, labeled it "one of the worst decisions" he had seen, arguing that the challenge lacked the speed or intensity typically associated with dangerous play.

The incident has sparked significant debate among fans and analysts alike. While some argued that Lewis-Skelly's challenge was reckless, many felt it did not meet the threshold for a red card. The decision was upheld by VAR, further frustrating Arteta and the Arsenal faithful. If the ruling stands, Lewis-Skelly faces a three-match suspension, which would include crucial matches against Manchester City and Leicester City, as well as a Carabao Cup semi-final against Newcastle United. The ongoing scrutiny of officiating decisions continues to be a prominent issue in the Premier League, with Arteta’s frustrations echoing a broader sentiment among clubs and fans regarding the consistency and quality of refereeing.