the ref's are getting what they've been chasing for the last 25 years. notoriety, attention, spotlight and the ability to rub shoulders with the players. hate seeing these wankers on the coverage running interference for their mates. get them off air. they've already openly admitted how biased they are.
as for the rest of punditry, they've been waiting for an opportunity to swing on arteta. all they've had is 'touchline' antics up to now, so this is the perfect chance for them to stick the boot in