Police have launched an investigation into “threats and abuse” aimed at referee Michael Oliver and his family Miles Lewis-Skelley Controversial red card Arsenalof 1-0 This victory Wolverhampton Wanderers saturday
Oliver sent off Lewis-Skelley in the 43rd minute, with the Arsenal full-back deemed to have challenged a serious foul play. Matt Doherty.
The decision, supported by VAR, received widespread criticism from pundits and supporters. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he was “absolutely furious”. Regarding the dismissal of Lewis-Skelley.
Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), the governing body for refereeing in English football, issued a statement on Sunday evening revealing that Oliver had been assaulted.
“We are appalled by the threats and abuse directed at Michael Oliver following the Wolverhampton Wanderers v Arsenal match.” Statement of PGMOL It read “No officer should be subjected to abuse of any kind, let alone the vile attacks aimed at Michael and his family over the past 24 hours.
“The police are aware, and a number of inquiries have been launched. We are supporting Michael and those affected and are determined to tackle this unacceptable behaviour.
“Sadly, this is not the first time in recent times that a match official has been forced to deal with threats. We will continue to support all investigations.”
Mike Dean Take a step away from the referee After briefly reporting death threats to police in 2021. It came after a controversial decision to send it West Ham United Midfielder Thomas Sosek against Fulham.
