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Mikel Arteta Asks 'How Many Tools Do We Need?' After VAR Missed Arsenal Penalty

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta questioned why VAR frefused to award his side a penalty in their 1-1 draw with Sheffield United on Saturday.

The Gunners were unfortunate not to be given a spot-kick when Jack O'Connell appeared to trip Nicolas Pepe in the second half:

Per the Mirror's Liam Prenderville, Arteta said:

"I think it's very clear. It was the same as with Chelsea, very clear. I don't know how many tools do we need?

"If you don't score the second goal, the game is always open.