Arteta Claims Arsenal Was Denied a 'Clear Penalty' Due to Aina's Handball Incident

Mikel Arteta expressed his belief that Arsenal was unfairly denied a penalty after Ola Aina's handball incident during the goalless draw against Nottingham Forest, disagreeing with the PGMO's explanation for not awarding the penalty. The incident occurred when Aina appeared to use his arm to steer the ball near the byline, prompting protests from Gabriel Jesus. However, referee Michael Oliver and VAR Darren England decided against giving the penalty, citing that the ball initially hit Aina's shoulder and his arm was in a natural position. Arteta argued that the explanation was incorrect, emphasizing the intention behind Aina's arm movement. In response, Forest manager Sean Dyche labeled the penalty appeals as 'ridiculous' and suggested that football should be cancelled if such incidents are penalized. Dyche also felt that his team was denied a penalty when Jurrien Timber fouled Callum Hudson-Odoi near the edge of the box.