Theo Walcott of Arsenal FC will not be punished for making a ‘2-0’ gesture towards Tottenham fans during his side's victory in the FA Cup at the Emirates on Saturday.
Walcott departed the game on a stretcher after picking up an injury,
and he gestured the scoreline to the Spurs fans in the away section of
the stadium as he was carried around the pitch. Spurs fans reacted by
throwing coins towards the Arsenal winger.
The Football Association, however, has decided it will not take any action against Walcott.
In a statement released by the Football Association,
the governing body said: "The FA has contacted both Arsenal and
Tottenham to seek their observations in relation to objects being thrown
from both a home and away section of the crowd at different times
during Saturday's FA Cup tie.
"The FA condemns any such acts and will liaise with both clubs and the
Metropolitan Police to identify those responsible and support the
strongest sanctions available, including life bans.
"Meanwhile, in relation to the same fixture, The FA has contacted
Arsenal's Theo Walcott and reminded him of his responsibilities
regarding a 'scoreline' gesture he made in front of away supporters
during the game.
"The FA will not be taking any further disciplinary action."
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