Arsenal clash with Oxford United in FA Cup being investigated over suspicious betting patterns

THE FA have reportedly opened an investigation into suspicious betting patterns surrounding Oxford United’s FA Cup third round defeat to Arsenal.

League One Oxford were beaten 3-0 by the Gunners on Monday.

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The FA are now investigating allegations of suspicious betting patterns, according to the Daily Mail.

Sky Sports say the FA are looking into evidence handed to them after the game.

Mohamed Elneny gave Arsenal the lead just after the hour mark, before an Eddie Nketiah double settled the tie.

Star man Bukayo Saka hobbled off in the 75th minute to spark injury concerns among Arsenal fans.

But boss Mikel Arteta confirmed the winger was “fine” following the 3-0 win.

The Spaniard told ITV on Saka: “He’s fine, he was fine.”

Premier League leaders Arsenal will now travel to Manchester City in a mouthwatering FA Cup fourth round tie later this month.

Meanwhile Manchester United will take on Championship side Reading at Old Trafford.

Arsenal’s bitter rivals Tottenham have also been handed Championship opposition.

Spurs will travel to Deepdale to take on Preston North End.

While the winners of the replay between Wolves and Liverpool face a trip to Brighton in the next round.

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