Lewis-Skelly Ban Overturned After Arsenal Appeal

The red card and subsequent three match imposed on Arsenal defender Myles Lewis-Skelly has been overturned.

The Gunners appealed against the decision to send off the 18-year-old and an independent regulatory commission upheld their claim of wrongful dismissal.

Lewis-Skelly was shown a straight red card after fouling Matt Doherty during Saturday’s Premier League game against Wolverhampton Wanderers, with referee Michael Oliver deeming it serious foul play.

Doherty was just outside the Wolves box as he mounted a counter-attack in the 43rd minute.

The decision was initially upheld by Darren England, who was the video assistant referee (VAR).

Police have since been investigating “threats and abuse” directed at referee Oliver following the call.