Assistant referee who told players to thank Manchester City fans stood down for FA Cup third round Several banners protesting over the issue, including a large sheet that read: "62, where will it end?" were displayed by the City supporters. It was held up briefly before kick-off but stewards then intervened to have it taken down. Arsenal claimed they only acted because of the size of the banner, which the club said impeded the view of spectators behind, rather than because of what was written on it.