Arsenal's Max Dowman will miss three matches after an appeal against his sending-off in the Carabao Cup was rejected. The 16-year-old midfielder was shown a straight red card in the 85th minute during the tie at Fleetwood after reacting to a heavy challenge by Harrison Neal. Although contact was minimal, the dismissal was upheld under the laws of the game for violent conduct.
The match finished 1-1 before Fleetwood won 5-3 on penalties. It was Dowman's second red card this month, having also been sent off for England's Under-19s. As he left the pitch, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta appeared visibly frustrated, delivering a stern look and an angry comment to the young winger.
Arteta emphasized the need for emotional control and discipline post-match. With Dowman suspended, Arsenal's wing options are further depleted, as Bukayo Saka, Christos Tzolis, and Noni Madueke are all injured. The Gunners face Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday.
Source: BBC Sport Football · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing