John Hartson slams Arsenal duo despite Burnley win

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Granit Xhaka saw red for Arsenal

Arsenal battled past Burnley courtesy of a last-gasp Alexis Sanchez penalty.

The Gunners were not at their best but the victory means they now sit second in the Premier League table.

Xhaka was dismissed in the 65th minute for a wild lunge on Steven Defour.

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Francis Coquelin gave away the Burnley penalty

And Coquelin, on to fill the void left by his red card, gave away a penalty after fouling Ashley Barnes.

Hartson was unimpressed and criticised both after the game.

"Discipline nearly cost Arsenal dearly," he said.

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Alexis Sanchez kept his cool to fire Arsenal to all three points

"Coquelin, what was he thinking of? Xhaka? Shocking.

"Why make those challenges?

"Arsenal have got away with it today with that late penalty."

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