The Premier League has issued a statement on Brighton's controversial penalty in their 1-1 draw with Arsenal on Saturday. The Seagulls were able to take a

Mikel Arteta said “I’ve never seen a decision like this in my career” after Arsenal’s Premier League title challenge was dealt a blow by a debatable penalty award in a 1-1 draw at Brighton. Seagulls striker Joao Pedro equalised from the spot in the second half at the Amex Stadium, having been felled by an unintentional headbutt from William Saliba.

Arsenal were held to a draw by Brighton, and the major talking point was a penalty awarded to the Seagulls. The Gunners are now five points behind leaders Liverpool.