FA asks Mikel Arteta and Arsenal for observations after referee comments

Mikel Arteta’s side lost at Newcastle on Saturday (Adam Davy/PA)

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has stood by both the club’s and his own criticism of Premier League officiating after their loss at Newcastle on Saturday as the Football Association asked for observations following the condemnation of referees.

The Gunners lost 1-0 at St James’ Park – their first Premier League defeat of the campaign – as Anthony Gordon scored a controversial winner for the hosts.