The Premier League has confirmed that a controversial referee will officiate Arsenal’s clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford this weekend.
Arsenal will travel to Old Trafford this weekend for a pivotal Premier League clash with Manchester United.
With both teams in need of points to keep their respective season ambitions alive, the match is set to be a high-stakes encounter.
Arsenal, currently trailing 13 points behind league leaders Liverpool, have seen their title hopes dwindle in recent weeks.
However, Mikel Arteta’s side is determined to remain competitive and will look to close the gap with a strong performance at Old Trafford.
Despite their struggles in the league, Arsenal still has a chance to end the season with silverware, with their Champions League campaign also in play.
One question surrounding this fixture was who would be appointed the referee.
Anthony Taylor, while regarded as one of the top referees in the UK, his appointment to Manchester City or United fixtures often spark debate.
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Born in Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester, rumours have swirled regarding possible allegiances to either City or United, with a stronger focus on the latter due to his proximity to Old Trafford.
However, Anthony Taylor has long stated that his loyalty lies with National League club Altrincham, just a 13-minute drive from his birthplace.
Despite this, Anthony Taylor has often faced controversy in Arsenal games.
Gunners supporters have questioned his decisions in the past, with some believing his proximity to Manchester clubs could influence his impartiality.
The official recently made headlines when he controversially sent off Anthony Gordon during Newcastle’s match against Brighton.
Despite being labelled as a “harsh” decision by Eddie Howe, the call stands, and Gordon will miss the Carabao Cup final.
Arsenal supporters may feel uneasy about his appointment, particularly as their Premier League title hopes seem slim, trailing Liverpool by 13 points.
However, the Gunners still have a shot at silverware, with their Champions League campaign kicking off tonight against PSV Eindhoven.
The appointment of Anthony Taylor to officiate this match could add another layer of drama, with both clubs and fans closely watching his decisions.
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