Bukayo Saka expressed frustration at not being awarded a penalty after a clash with Manuel Neuer during Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-finals.
He confronted the referee at full-time and even followed him down the tunnel, a departure from Saka’s typically composed demeanor.
When questioned about Saka’s condition before the upcoming match against Aston Villa on Sunday, Mikel Arteta stated, “Yes, he looked fine this morning.”
“He’s had 48 hours to think about it and it’s done.”
Arteta chose not to address the incident after the game, but there was a general consensus that Saka’s contact with Neuer was minimal.
Saka faced criticism for his reaction, but given the high emotions of the game, such reactions were not uncommon.
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