The Premier League has issued a statement on Brighton’s controversial penalty in their 1-1 draw with Arsenal on Saturday. The Seagulls were able to take a point off Mikel Arteta’s men, thanks to a penalty from Joao Pedro in the second half.

The Premier League have issued a statement, clarifying the reason William Saliba was penalised for a foul on Joao Pedro which resulted in Brighton being awarded a controversial penalty. Mikel Arteta’s side led with half an hour remaining thanks to Ethan Nwaneri’s early goal but were pegged back in controversial circumstances.

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Ethan Nwaneri marked his second Premier League start with a goal after 16 minutes, but Joao Pedro’s rather controversial second half penalty means the Gunners had to settle for a share of the points.

Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw against Brighton after Joao Pedro’s controversial penalty ensured the Seagulls’ earned a deserved point. The Gunners took the lead in the early stages through Ethan Nwaneri and looked on course for a fourth successive win.