The PGMOL, the body that oversees officiating in English soccer, says it is “appalled” by the “threats and abuse” aimed at referee Michael Oliver after his controversial decision to show a red card to an Arsenal player on Saturday.

Michael Oliver has long been regarded as one of England’s most experienced referees, but his career has not been without controversy. A recent statistic has added to the perception among some Arsenal fans that Oliver may have an agenda against their club.

English soccer’s match officials body says police are investigating “abhorrent attacks” aimed at Premier League referee Michael Oliver and his family.

Michael Oliver's next match has been confirmed following the controversial red card he gave to Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly.

Michael Oliver has been at the heart of controversy after choosing to send Myles Lewis-Skelly off during Arsenal’s Premier League victory against Wolves and has now found it his next steps

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The police have launched investigations into "threats and abuse" aimed at referee Michael Oliver and his family after Myles Lewis-Skelly's controversial red card in Arsenal's 1-0 victory at Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.

Police investigate 'threats and abuse' aimed at Michael Oliver after Arsenal red card controversy - Referee showed Myles Lewis-Skelly a straight red card in Arsenal’s win over Wolves