Arteta Condemns Online Abuse Targeting Kai Havertz and Wife: “It Must Be Eradicated”

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has strongly condemned the online abuse directed at forward Kai Havertz and his wife, Sophia, following Arsenal’s FA Cup defeat to Manchester United. The Spaniard described the situation as having “terrible consequences” and insisted that such behaviour must be “eradicated from the game.”

The criticism towards Havertz escalated after his missed penalty contributed to Arsenal’s 5-3 shootout loss against United, following a 1-1 draw. The abuse extended to his wife, who received threats towards their unborn child, prompting a swift response from the club.