Ref cam – currently being trialled at selected Premier League matches – is to be used at the potentially explosive clash between Arsenal and Manchester City later this month, Inside Sport can reveal.
The top flight, in conjunction with refs’ body PGMOL, have been testing the system which sees referees wear a camera on their shirts, along with an ear-piece and a microphone.
And the Gunners clash with City, on 21 September, will be one the matches in which the unique view is offered to those watching on television.
Last season, City pair Kyle Walker and John Stones accused Arsenal of employing ‘dark arts’ as Arsenal attempted to see out a 2-1 lead at the Etihad Stadium with 10 men.