Arsenal plans to discuss penalty awarded to Sunderland after match

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Arsenal plans to discuss penalty awarded to Sunderland after match
Summary

Arsenal will contact Howard Webb and Pro Ref regarding a controversial penalty awarded to Sunderland during their match on September 12, which Arsenal won. The penalty, given for a foul by Ezri Konsa on Dan Ballard, has drawn criticism from Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, who described it as unfair. David Raya's save of the penalty and Bruno Guimaraes' quick goal helped Arsenal secure the win. Former referees and analysts have concurred with Arteta, stating that the penalty call was incorrect. Arsenal aims to seek clarification on the penalty decision.

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  • Arsenal won their match against Sunderland on September 12.
  • A penalty was awarded to Sunderland for a controversial foul.
  • Mikel Arteta expressed dissatisfaction with the penalty decision.
  • David Raya saved the penalty, aiding Arsenal's victory.
  • Former officials agree that the penalty was incorrectly awarded.
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  • 9:20 AMYahoo SportsArsenal to contact Pro Ref over penalty decision in Sunderland clash
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Arsenal are set to contact Howard Webb and Pro Ref today over the penalty awarded to Sunderland on Saturday, despite the Gunners going on to win the match.Photo by WM Sport Media/Getty ImagesHenry Win...

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