Dami Trends gathered that Oliver came under serious backlash following his decision to send off Myles Lewis-Skelly during Saturday’s Arsenal 1-0 win at Wolves.
The English Premier League (EPL) on Sunday threw its weight behind embattled referee, Michael Oliver, following the public outcry that greeted his award of a red card to an Arsenal defender.
Oliver came under serious backlash following his decision to send off Myles Lewis-Skelly during Saturday’s Arsenal 1-0 win at Wolves.The attack led to the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) and police opening an investigation.
Lewis-Skelly was shown a straight red card, after catching Matt Doherty during a counter-attack.
The decision has generated a lot of controversy online, leading to outcry from Arsenal supporters on social media.
Officials later claimed the teenager was sent off due to “serious foul play”.
Oliver has been sent threats and abuse since the incident and the Premier League have come out with a statement to condemn any abuse.
Speaking after the incident, EPL strongly condemned the abuse aimed at the English referee.
“The Premier League strongly condemns the threats and abuse directed at Michael Oliver.
“No official should be subject to any form of abuse. We will continue to support Michael, PGMOL and all investigations.” the statement read.
PGMOL had earlier sent out a statement deploring the abuse suffered by Oliver, as they confirmed police were looking into the reports.