Arsenal FC has taken action after its tense draw against Atlético Madrid in the UEFA Champions League semi-final. Arsenal files complaint to UEFA following several controversial refereeing decisions, including a disputed handball penalty and another initially awarded spot-kick that was later overturned, leaving Mikel Arteta visibly frustrated.
Beyond officiating concerns, the English club also raised issues about the pitch conditions, reportedly targeting Diego Simeone according to AS. In the middle of this dispute, Arsenal files complaint to UEFA as delegates were even required to inspect and measure the field before kick-off, highlighting the seriousness of the concerns.
Despite the 1-1 result, Arsenal believes the overall conditions affected its performance and balance during the match. As tensions remain high ahead of the return leg, Arsenal files complaint to UEFA could add further pressure to an already heated European showdown.