Havertz was involved in a spot-kick moment reviewed by officials, and the refereeing decision stood, the spot-kick decision. Reports also note Havertz later avoided a red card following a strong challenge nearby, fueling talk of consistency in VAR thresholds for challenges. Havertz was ruled out for the season by Arsenal due to a hamstring issue needing surgical repair, tightening the forward-line injury crisis for Arsenal.
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says the online abuse of striker Kai Havertz and his wife has "terrible consequences" and needs to be "eradicated from the game".
www.bbc.co.ukArsenal fear Kai Havertz could miss the rest of the season after injuring his hamstring during their training camp in Dubai; Gunners are already without Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli having opted not to strengthen their attack in January
www.skysports.comKai Havertz takes Arsenal closer to winning their first Premier League title in 22 years, but nearly goes from hero to villain as he escapes a red card.
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www.espn.phGerman will require surgery and won't return until pre-season, becoming club's FOURTH injured forward
www.premierleague.comIn this week's VAR Review: Should Arsenal's penalty against Man United have been cancelled? And did Erik ten Hag really have any grounds for his complaints? Plus, how the VAR got it very wrong at Man City.
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