Mikel Arteta claimed that a change in refereeing rules has contributed to Arsenal not receiving a single red card so far this season. Arsenal face Brighton on Saturday, and when asked about Rice's red card from August last year, Arteta said: 'I remember it very well. The north London club have yet to pick up a red card across all competitions this season and top the league's fair play table for the fewest penalisations. Mikel Arteta is preparing his side for Saturday's home clash with Brighton and Hove AlbionHe continued: 'I think the rules are different now. On the fair play table, he added: 'I didn't know.

Source: Metro December 26, 2025 12:26 UTC