This archive report was first published on 16 December 2019.
Mesut Ozil Storms Pitch After Being Substituted in Arsenal's Loss to Man City ¶
Published on December 16, 2019
German midfielder Mesut Ozil was substituted in the 15th minute of Arsenal's 3-0 loss to Manchester City, sparking a heated reaction from the player.
Ozil was replaced by Freddie Ljungberg, who brought on Emile Smith-Rowe in his place. The move was met with anger from Ozil, who stormed off the pitch, dropping his gloves and kicking them in frustration.
According to reports, Ozil was visibly upset as he left the field, with fans shouting at him and the coaching staff. The incident has sparked debate among fans and pundits, with some criticizing Ozil's behavior and others defending him.
It's worth noting that Ozil has been a subject of controversy in the past, particularly during his time under Unai Emery. The midfielder has been known to be hot-headed and has clashed with coaches and teammates on several occasions.
However, this latest incident has raised questions about Ozil's behavior and whether it's becoming a problem for the team. The incident has also sparked debate about the role of coaches and managers in managing player behavior and whether they should be more proactive in addressing issues like this.
As for Ozil, he's now the second player to be substituted in anger this season, following Granit Xhaka's infamous outburst against Crystal Palace in October.
