M. Arteta's and F. Hurzeler's opinions on D. Rice's card sharply differed.

2024-09-01 06:00 © Action Images via Reuters

In the third round of the "Premier" league, "Arsenal" midfielder Declan Rice received an unusual red card. The Englishman unnecessarily kicked the ball and received a yellow card, which was the second one, and he was sent off.

After the match, "Arsenal" coach Mikel Arteta said: "Is there an explanation for the red card? No, as always. If it were a consistent issue, then fine, but it’s not.”

In the first half, there were many instances when "Brighton" players kicked the ball away, but nothing happened.

At the same time, "Brighton" coach Fabian Hurzeler had a different opinion. He assessed a situation in his favor: "It’s an obvious red card. He kicked that ball away. If "Arsenal" sees it differently, there are two choices.”

Earlier in the match, Joao Pedro similarly kicked the ball away, but the German did not want to draw comparisons: "You cannot compare these two situations. Please do not compare these two situations.”