Anthony Taylor has officially hung up his whistle after 831 games. The Premier League referee handed out seven red cards to Arsenal during his career, more than to any other club in the top flight.
Anthony Taylor has shown Arsenal seven red cards, at least more than he has shown to any other team. 🟥
— HF World (@hfworld_) July 21, 2026
— Mikel Arteta would be relieved seeing the news of his retirement. pic.twitter.com/dTm00MxsEG
Mikel Arteta and Arsenal fans will undoubtedly breathe a massive sigh of relief seeing news of his retirement!
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