The man in the middle – Arsenal v Middlesbrough referee review

Mike Dean took charge of Arsenal's FA Cup fifth round win over Middlesbrough at the Emirates on Sunday. How did he do? Find out here.

Arsenal get rookie ref in charge of biggest career game for Crystal Palace game

Chris Kavanagh has been appointed referee for Arsenal'sChris Kavanagh has been appointed referee for Arsenal's Premier League clash against Crystal Palace on Saturday. Premier League clash against Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Arsene Wenger sent off

Definitive answer: Dean, Moss or Taylor: Who is the worst referee for Arsenal?

There are a number of referees who strike fear in Arsenal fans hearts these days for more reasons than just their general incompetence.
BURNLEY, ENGLAND - AUGUST 14: Match Referee, David Coote reacts during the Premier League match between Burnley and Brighton & Hove Albion at Turf Moor on August 14, 2021 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Nigel Roddis/Getty Images)

Arsenal vs Liverpool: VAR official faces scrutiny after past penalty mistake

David Coote named VAR for Arsenal's critical Premier League showdown with Liverpool, reigniting controversy over a missed penalty call in their previous encounter.

Arsenal get worst possible referee appointment for FA Cup game v Hull

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but Mike Dean has been appointed referee for our FA Cup match against Hull. Remember Mike...
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 18: Referee Mike Dean gestures as he referees his 500th Premier League match during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Sheffield United at Emirates Stadium on January 18, 2020 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal treated harshest by officials, Liverpool and Leicester hardly bothered

After slipping to second place for a week, Arsenal are back on top of the yellow card table.
Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard (R) reacts after being fouled by Manchester City's Croatian midfielder #08 Mateo Kovacic (C) during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 8, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal win should not shield referee and VAR from consequences

Arsenal's win over Manchester City raises questions about Premier League refereeing inconsistencies that will fall from view because Arsenal won. They shouldn't.

Manchester United close on Arsenal but Leicester’s yellow card count grabs attention

It's been a few weeks since I updated the yellow card table so let's see if Arsenal are still picking up more yellows per game than any other side as has been the case all season.

Wenger slams social media and decision to change referees

Arsène Wenger has criticised the decision to take Premier League referee Kevin Friend off duty for the Tottenham Hotspur's match this weekend just because he's a fan of title rivals Leicester City.

Arsenal fans launch anti-Mike Dean petition after Chelsea defeat

After a horror performance on Saturday, Arsenal fans have started a petition to have referee Mike Dean stopped from taking charge of any more...
SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 21: Match Referee Mike Dean shows the Yellow card during the Premier League match between Sheffield United and Arsenal FC at Bramall Lane on October 21, 2019 in Sheffield, United Kingdom. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Tottenham close on Arsenal at top of Premier League Yellow Card table

Arsenal retain their place at the top of the Premier League Yellow card table as Tottenham closed the gap this weekend.

Tottenham and Pochettino shocked FA treat them like everyone else

Mauricio Pochettino and Tottenham are said to be furious that their manager has been banned as if he was in charge of any other Premier League club.

The man in the middle – Anthony Taylor

What did we ever do to the Football Gods that means they insist on foisting Anthony Taylor upon us? In charge of four Arsenal matches this...
Andre Marriner

Andre Marriner to take charge of Arsenal v Crystal Palace

Andre Marriner will take charge of Arsenal v Crystal Palace on Sunday at the Emirates and Arsenal fans will be hoping that he offers a bit more protection than he did the last time he refereed an Arsenal game.
Tottenham Hotspur's South Korean striker Son Heung-Min (C) is fouled for a penalty during the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on May 12, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Mark Clattenburg wouldn’t have given ‘defining’ Tottenham penalty

Former referee, Mark Clattenburg, says that he wouldn't have given Spurs the penalty Paul Tierney awarded on Thursday night and pondered why we never see that sort of thing given in other games.
Fourth Official Craig Pawson talks to assistant referee and linesman Assistant Referee Constantine Hatzidakis during the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on April 9, 2023.(Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Constantine Hatzidakis suspended until 2 investigations conclude

Controversial elbow incident involving assistant referee Constantine Hatzidakis has implications for Arsenal and raises questions on refereeing integrity.

Missed foul on Ozil in Leicester penalty buildup explained

On Sunday afternoon, Martin Atkinson made a number of big mistakes. Since the final whistle we’ve been making a big deal of the Danny Drinkwater...
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 02: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal looks dejected at full time after the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal FC at Wembley Stadium on March 02, 2019 in London, United Kingdom.(Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

FA show 1 set of rules for Tottenham, 1 set for everybody else

If the FA aren’t going to charge Davinson Sanchez, then they must demote Anthony Taylor.

The man in the middle – Brighton 2 Arsenal 3 referee review

We take a look at how Michael Oliver and his assistants got on during Arsenal's FA Cup win at the AMEX against Brighton.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 29: Jorginho of Chelsea celebrates with Cesar Azpilicueta of Chelsea after scoring his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on December 29, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Frank Lampard admits Chelsea got lucky with Jorginho second yellow

After their win over Arsenal, Frank Lampard admitted Chelsea rode their luck and that Jorginho probably should have seen red for a second yellow.

The man in the middle – Mike Jones

Mike Jones will take charge of Newcastle v Arsenal and that's not good news for the Gunners.

The man in the middle – Kevin Friend

Kevin Friend takes charge of Arsenal's game against Swansea on Monday night, so what can the Gunners expect? Well, Friend last refereed an Arsenal game...
Mike Dean books Shkodran Mustafi

16% less likely to win: Mike Dean to referee Arsenal’s clash with West Brom

Arsenal's match against West Bromwich Albion will be refereed by Mike Dean, which is sure to be a popular appointment with fans.Arsenal's match against West Bromwich Albion will be refereed by Mike Dean, which is sure to be a popular appointment with fans.
Kevin Friend

Kevin Friend: Watford v Arsenal referee preview

Kevin Friend will take charge of Arsenal’s game against Watford on Saturday, so what can we expect from the man who was once removed from a match because Tottenham fans complained he supported Leicester?

The man in the middle – Anthony Taylor review

How did Anthony Taylor get on in charge of Arsenal's destruction of Liverpool?

The man in the middle – Deniz Aytekin preview

Deniz Aytekin will take charge of Arsenal v Monaco, so what can the Gunners expect from the German?
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 19: Match Referee Jonathan Moss speaks with Aaron Ramsey of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on December 19, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images)

Not him again! Arsenal v Aston Villa referee assessed

Jon Moss will take charge of Arsenal's Premier League game against Aston Villa this weekend, following on from Anthony Taylor's appointment last week in the 'best league in the world'.
Arsenal's Brazilian striker Gabriel Martinelli (R) walks off having been shown two yellow cards in quick succession by English referee Michael Oliver during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on February 10, 2022. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Clattenburg: 1 yellow would have been fairer for Martinelli

Mark Clattenburg has said that Michael Oliver got it right and wrong against Arsenal as he continues to be one of only a few former refs prepared to defend Arsenal.
Bayern Munich's English striker #09 Harry Kane reacts during the UEFA Champions League quarter final first-leg football match between Arsenal and Bayern Munich at the Arsenal Stadium, in north London, on April 9, 2024. (Photo by IAN KINGTON/IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images)

Kane elbow a “Blatant red card” says former referee

Ex-referee Keith Hackett says Harry Kane's elbow on Gabriel was a clear red card. Did the referee miss a crucial call?
LUTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 05: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, celebrates after Declan Rice of Arsenal (not pictured) scores the team's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road on December 05, 2023 in Luton, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta banned for Aston Villa after Rice goal celebrations

Mikel Arteta faces a touchline ban following his celebration of Arsenal's dramatic late winner against Luton Town in a thrilling Premier League match.

The man in the middle: Michael Oliver

When Arsenal played Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in October, Martin Atkinson allowed them to kick the crap out of Arsenal. Gary Cahill's early challenge on...
Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp applauds at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 4, 2024. Arsenal wins 3 - 1 against Liverpool. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Jurgen Klopp moans about referee after Arsenal defeat

While Jurgen Klopp acknowledged his side's shortcomings against Arsenal, he couldn't resist taking a swipe at referee Anthony Taylor's officiating.
Pep Guardiola

Guardiola and Aguero escape punishment from the FA – again

For the second time this season, Manchester City players have received no punishment for their part in post-match and off-field fracas after the FA reviewed their cup tie against Wigan Athletic.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 07: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leicester City at Emirates Stadium on July 07, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta: If Nketiah’s is a red so is Jamie Vardy’s

Arsenal picked up just a point against Leicester as they struggled to hold onto their 1-0 lead after Eddie Nketiah was sent off, but why did Jamie Vardy get away with kicking Mustafi in the head?

Mark Clattenburg to referee Arsenal v Chelsea

Arsenal fans will be glad to know that Mark Clattenburg, and not Mike Dean, will be in charge of their game against Chelsea this...

The man in the middle – Anthony Taylor review

Thankfully, that was the last we will see of Anthony Taylor for at least a few months. A referee so awful, he's now so afraid...
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 27: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal reacts to a decision by referee Martin Atkinson during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Crystal Palace at Emirates Stadium on October 27, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images)

Arsenal get same horror refereeing team for Bournemouth FA Cup match

Arsenal will travel to Bournemouth on Monday night for a match refereed, again, by Martin Atkinson, while Mike Dean will run the VAR. One week...

The man in the middle – Robert Madley

Robert Madley will take charge of Arsenal's final league game of the season against West Brom. If you're anything like us you're probably going 'who?'...
Mark Clattenburg and Alexis Sanchez

Cards aplenty in last 15 – Arsenal v Hull referee preview

Mark Clattenburg will be in charge of Arsenal’s game against Hull so what can both sides expect from the star ref?
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 31: Referee Kevin Friend looks on ahead of the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Aston Villa at Selhurst Park on August 31, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Arsenal might have a Friend in Manchester United referee but VAR operator is Mike...

Kevin Friend will take charge of Arsenal's game against Manchester United on Monday night at Old Trafford but that's unlikely to be the problem...