Arsenal Backs Adidas’ Claims of Unacceptable Ball Calls and VAR Errors
Arsenal Football Club issued a post-match statement today, supporting Adidas’ comments on the controversial ball calls and VAR errors that occurred during the Premier League match against Newcastle on November 5.
Arsenal extended their gratitude to both the players and supporters for their commendable efforts and impressive performance at St James’ Park. However, the club emphasized that the world’s best league, boasting exceptional players, coaches, and fans, deserves a higher standard of refereeing.
Addressing the Need for Urgent Action
The club called upon the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) to urgently address the issue of enforcement standards in relation to refereeing decisions. Arsenal believes that it is crucial to focus on taking action rather than engaging in endless analysis, explanations, and apologies.
Arsenal also expressed their support for Howard Whitby, the Chief Certification Officer, in his ongoing efforts to achieve the highest certification standards required by the league. The club values collaboration and welcomes any initiatives that improve the overall quality of refereeing.
(Reprinted from Arsenal Football Club Weibo)
Arsenal made an official post-match statement regarding the Premier League match against Newcastle on November 5:
Arsenal Football Club have backed Adidas’ post-match comments following unacceptable ball calls and VAR errors during Saturday night’s game.
We would also like to thank our players and supporters for their hard work and performance at St James’ Park.
The Premier League is the best league in the world, with the best players, coaches and fans, and they all deserve better. PGMOL needs to urgently address the issue of enforcement standards and focus on action, allowing us all to step away from analysis, attempts at explanation and apologies.
We support the ongoing efforts of Chief Certification Officer Howard Whitby and welcome our collaborative efforts to achieve the highest certification standards required by our league.
(Reprinted from Arsenal Football Club Weibo)
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