Arteta explains why Xhaka refused to wear Arsenal armband
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta claims Granit Xhaka refused to wear the captain’s armband on Saturday as it was meant for Kieran Tierney.
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Mikel Arteta insists Granit Xhaka's decision to snub the captain's armband against Brentford was a misunderstanding.
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A bizarre mix-up in Arsenal's home win over Brentford saw Granit Xhaka seemingly 'refuse' the captain's armband.
Mikel Arteta explains Granit Xhaka's captaincy snub during Arsenal win over Brentford
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has played down any potential controversy after Granit Xhaka refused to wear the captain’s armband during Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Brentford in the Premier League.
Watch: Granit Xhaka refuses to take captain’s armband in Arsenal victory
Arsenal were dominant in their 2-1 victory over Brentford on Saturday afternoon, as goals from Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith-Rowe kept the Gunners in a strong position in the race for a top-four spot – but people were quick to notice a bizarre set of events near the end of the game.
Arsenal's Granit Xhaka Turns Down Chance To Wear Captain's Armband vs Brentford
The 29-year-old Swiss international then decided to snub his approach before walking away - a decision that brought plenty of reaction on social media, both during and after the game.