Mikel Arteta defends reaction to Max Dowman red card: ‘This is not Disneyland’

Arsenal teenager Max Dowman, 16, was sent off during the club's Carabao Cup defeat to Fleetwood Town after reacting to a heavy challenge from behind. Manager Mikel Arteta defended his response to the red card, suggesting the young player needed to learn to handle physical play without reacting. Arteta's comments, including the phrase 'This is not Disneyland,' indicate he expects higher composure from his players despite the provocation.