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Arsenal defeated Sunderland 2-0 in the Premier League on Saturday, but manager Mikel Arteta criticized officials for awarding Sunderland a penalty during the match, calling the decision 'unacceptable' and saying the game was 'unprotected.' Despite the controversy, Arsenal secured the win and the three points. The result and Arteta's comments add to the ongoing narrative of officiating scrutiny in the 2026-27 Premier League season.