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Interestingly, despite the kerfuffle surrounding the red card, Arsenal managed to secure a win in that match. The situation further complicated as Wolves, their opponents, also faced a red card for one of their players. Alan noted that everything seemed to have balanced out in the end, with justice appearing to be served in both cases.
However, an undercurrent of concern looms over the discussion, particularly regarding the state of refereeing in football today. The rising incidents of abuse towards referees has led to an unsettling atmosphere in the sport, even prompting police protection for prominent officials. This raises critical questions about the atmosphere in which football operates and whether it aligns with the sport's integrity.