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Matt Verri

Police investigate 'threats and abuse' aimed at Michael Oliver after Arsenal red card controversy

PGMOL has defended Michael Oliver in the face of ‘abhorrent attacks’ - (AFP via Getty Images)

Police are investigating “abhorrent attacks” aimed at Michael Oliver following Arsenal’s match with Wolves on Saturday.

Myles Lewis-Skelly became the third youngest player to be dismissed in Premier League history when the 18-year-old was shown a straight red card by Oliver in the first half of Arsenal's 1-0 win for tripping Matt Doherty in his own half.

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