In the 2010/11 Champions League, Arsenal defeated Barcelona 2-1 at the Emirates in the first leg. However, their fortunes took a sharp turn in the second leg at the Camp Nou. Robin van Persie received a second yellow card for kicking the ball after the whistle, leading to his dismissal. Despite his claim that he couldn’t hear the whistle, the referee remained unmoved by the protests.

This incident left both van Persie and Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger furious, as described by Jack Wilshere in an interview with Arsenal’s website. Wilshere disclosed Wenger’s unprecedented anger after the match, stating that the manager, usually known for his composure, was visibly upset by the referee’s decision. The tie stood at 2-2 on aggregate after the intense first leg at the Emirates. For more Mirror Football content and exclusive offers, join our new WhatsApp community.

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