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PGMOL says it is “appalled” at the level of vitriol directed at referee Michael Oliver on social media after Myles Lewis-Skelly’s red card during Arsenal’s win at Wolves.
Arsenal are expected to appeal the dismissal amid widespread criticism of Oliver’s decision, despite the body responsible for refereeing games in English professional association football defending the decision on Sunday.
Lewis-Skelly was sent off for fouling Matt Doherty near the edge of the Wolves box.
The decision was “checked and confirmed” by Darren England, with the VAR deeming Lewis-Skelly to have committed “serious foul play”.
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Following online abuse of Oliver, a PGMOL statement read: “We are appalled by the threats and abuse directed at Michael Oliver following the Wolverhampton Wanderers v Arsenal fixture.
“No official should be subject to any form of abuse, let alone the abhorrent attacks aimed at Michael and his family over the past 24 hours.
“The police are aware, and a number of investigations have commenced. We are supporting Michael, and all those affected, and are determined to tackle this unacceptable behaviour.
“Sadly, this is not the first time a match official has been forced to deal with threats in recent times. We will continue to support all investigations.”
