Neville lays into ‘madman’ Arteta for Arsenal boss’ touchline antics

Manchester United icon Gary Neville called out Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta for showing his frustrations on the touchline athe Emirates, labelling the Spanish coach a “madman” for reacting to a foul in the clash on Sunday. Arteta has been lambasted on several occasions recently for his outbursts on the sideline, most notably in the 0-0 draw with Newcastle when he clashed with Eddie Howe.

In the first half of Arsenal’s clash with United, Luke Shaw came through the back of Bukayo Saka as the England winger attempted to control the ball and referee Anthony Taylor awarded a foul in the Gunners’ favour.

However, Arteta was incensed on the touchline and pointed out to the official that it was not the first time a similar foul had been made, but his protests only led to the boss being shown a yellow card. Neville, on commentary for the game, felt that the referee made the correct call.

“I think he’s right there Anthony Taylor,” Neville told Sky Sports. “He’s been singled out over the last few weeks, Mikel Arteta, but I have to say it was just a basic foul, there was nothing in it. Shaw’s just trying to get in front of him, Saka does well, but he charges back up the touchline like a madman, Mikel Arteta, just watch him. There’s nothing in it, it’s a foul, move on with the game. He makes it look like he’s two-footed him.