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Arsenal 'in breach of Premier League captaincy rule'

Laurent Koscielny during the Premier League match between Arsenal and West Bromwich Albion at Emirates Stadium on December 26, 2016 in London, England.
Image: Captain Laurent Koscielny went off injured at half-time against Manchester City on Sunday

Arsenal appear to have broken a Premier League rule after failing to nominate a captain in the second half of Sunday's game against Manchester City.

Laurent Koscielny led the side in the first half for the 2-2 draw at the Emirates but came off at half-time and did not appear to have been replaced by a nominated skipper for the second half.

Under Premier League Rule M.11, a captain must wear an armband at all times.

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An Arsenal spokesperson told Sky Sports News HQ it is unclear whether there was a captain in the second half but Theo Walcott was the senior player on the pitch.

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Sky sources understand if there has been a breach, the Premier League will remind Arsene Wenger's side of the requirements and take no further action.

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Gunners captain Per Mertesacker is currently injured, as well as vice-captains Santi Cazorla and Petr Cech.

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