“Where is his loyalty?” — EPL clubs to grill Howard Webb

If any ex-referee has ever had his loyalties questioned or controversy linked with his decisions, current PGMOL chief Howard Webb is one name whose face stands the poster-child of that debate.

The Premier League’s refereeing body, PGMOL, is facing the heat as several top clubs, led by Arsenal and Manchester City, are reportedly set to confront chief Howard Webb over a string of controversial decisions early in the season.

Only five games in, tensions are already high with inconsistent officiating drawing widespread criticism.

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The flashpoint? Arsenal and City’s heated clash at the Etihad, where Michael Oliver’s decisions ignited both camps. Arsenal were left furious over Leandro Trossard’s controversial second yellow card, while City fumed over the refereeing in the buildup to Riccardo Calafiori’s equalizer.

Now, both clubs are ready to make their frustrations heard, setting the stage for a showdown between Premier League giants and the officials they feel are failing them.

With growing unrest across the league, will Howard Webb be able to quell the storm or face the wrath of England’s biggest clubs?