It was refreshing to see a Premier League boss attempt to diffuse the situation. But The reality is Arteta has form for vague comments he knows will cause controversy.

Speaking after the victory, manager Mikel Arteta was asked plenty of questions by reporters and one of those was focused on Riccardo Calafiori, who avoided a potential red card in the 70th minute. Calafiori, who was already booked in the 49th minute, was guilty of fouling Facundo Bounanotte.

Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.