Why Arsenal Won Appeal for Myles Lewis-Skelly's Red Card vs. Wolves | OneFootball

Arsenal announced the Football Association (FA) upheld the club's claim that Myles Lewis-Skelly was wrongfully dismissed against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Jan. 25, 2025, as ruled upon by an independent Regulatory Commission.

The FA confirmed the ruling through an independent statement.

Lewis-Skelly won't have to serve a three-match suspension as a result of the ruling, a major boost for Arsenal with Manchester City looming this weekend. The Hale End academy product was sent off in the first half by referee Michael Oliver in the 42nd minute for a foul on Wolves defender Matt Doherty. Watch the refereeing decision below.

Arsenal Receive Decision on Myles Lewis-Skelly Red Card Appeal

The decision, largely discussed during and after the fact as one of the most controversial red cards ever, being reversed means Lewis-Skelly will be available for selection in the following games:

Arteta alluded after the game that the club would likely appeal decision, though leaving the final decision up to what Arsenal decided was best. Arsenal reportedly planned to use footage of Bruno Fernandes's red card and successful appeal in their case.

This was the third appeal won by a Premier League club following the reversals of Bruno Fernandes and Christian Norgaard's decisions. Lewis-Skelly, despite recently breaking through to the Arsenal first team amid injuries, has been a key player for the club in recent matches. Many thought when the foul occurred that it was a tactical foul warranting a yellow card, though the reveal of Oliver's red card was shocking.