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Arsenal charged by FA following Newcastle United 'handball' incident

Arsenal have been slapped with an FA charge for their antics in the 95th minute against Newcastle United.

Mikel Arteta and his players were incensed in the final embers of Tuesday’s 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium. With seconds on the clock, Granit Xhaka’s attempted cross into the box struck Jacob Murphy’s arm from point-blank range.

Arsenal players immediately surrounded referee Andy Madley to protest his decision to wave play on. Gunners boss Arteta also erupted on the touchline and clashed with the usually-cool Eddie Howe.

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