Arsenal are officiated unfairly and should have the option to exclude certain referees to avoid being at a disadvantage.

Arsenal fans believe their team is treated unfairly by referees, particularly Michael Oliver, leading to a sense of frustration and injustice. Supporters argue that Arsenal receives a disproportionate number of red cards despite not being among the most aggressive teams. For example, Martinelli’s red card and Trossard’s yellow for time-wasting are cited as decisions that would have been more lenient for other teams.

The inconsistency in refereeing, especially with VAR’s reluctance to overturn certain calls, has fueled accusations of bias. While some see this as systemic inconsistency rather than targeted discrimination, Arsenal fans have called for greater transparency and accountability in officiating. Some even suggest allowing clubs to “blacklist” certain referees to avoid perceived disadvantages.

Ultimately, the debate highlights broader concerns about fairness and the influence of referees on match outcomes. Until officiating standards improve, Arsenal fans are likely to continue voicing their dissatisfaction.