Fleetwood v Arsenal match delayed by drone hovering over pitch
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 8:28 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026

The Carabao Cup match between Fleetwood Town and Arsenal was delayed for approximately eight minutes due to an unauthorized drone over the stadium. Referee Michael Salisbury halted play shortly after kickoff to address the situation, prompting discussions with the ground safety officer and both team managers. The drone left the area after officials identified the operator. Play resumed in the 11th minute, shortly after Fleetwood's Aaron Loupalo-Bi scored a goal against the Premier League champions. The match is still ongoing.
- •Match delayed in the eighth minute due to unauthorized drone.
- •Referee stopped play to consult safety officials and managers.
- •Drone operator was identified and dealt with by authorities.
- •Play resumed in the 11th minute after the drone was cleared.
- •Fleetwood leads following Aaron Loupalo-Bi's goal.
- 8:28 PMYahoo Sports — Fleetwood v Arsenal delayed by unauthorised drone
"Referee Michael Salisbury called the players off the pitch during the eight-minute delay
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