Dowman sees red as Arsenal dumped out, but did Arteta go too far?
Summary
Arsenal lost to Fleetwood Town on penalties after a 1-1 draw in a Carabao Cup last-16 match. Arsenal’s 16-year-old winger Max Dowman was sent off after reacting to a challenge, prompting questions about manager Mikel Arteta’s response as Dowman left the pitch.Key Facts
- Dowman started the match after scoring twice against Ipswich in the previous round.
- Arsenal had 26 shots and 78% possession but went behind during normal time.
- The match ended 1-1, and Fleetwood won the penalty shootout.
- Referee Michael Salisbury sent Dowman off after he moved his leg toward Harrison Neal following a heavy challenge.
- The red card was Dowman’s second this month; he was also sent off for England’s under-19 team.
- Arteta said the team had discussed beforehand what to respect and how to control their emotions.
- Former Arsenal midfielder Paul Merson said Arteta should have put his arm around Dowman.
- Fleetwood are 84 places below Arsenal in the football league pyramid.
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