Aubameyang to miss derby with Chelsea after VAR red card

Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is set to miss three Premier League matches after being shown a straight red card against Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Aubameyang gave the visitors an early lead at Selhurst Park, finishing off a fine passing move after being played through by Alexandre Lacazette.

Palace got the equaliser after a deflected shot from Jordan Ayew saw the ball loop over the head of Bernd Leno.

Max Meyer looked to break down the flank before a late challenge from Aubameyang .

Initially shown a yellow card, the Gabon international but the video assistant referee performed his checks and eventually upgraded the caution to a straight red.

He will miss Arsenal clash against Sheffield United, Chelsea and FA CUP game away to Bournemouth.