Arsenal's Carabao Cup last-16 match against Fleetwood Town experienced an unusual eight-minute stoppage after an unauthorized drone was spotted hovering above the stadium.

The temporary halt occurred during the knockout fixture as match officials spotted the device in the airspace above the ground. Play was paused while the situation was addressed, resulting in a delay lasting more than eight minutes before normal action could resume.

The interruption highlights ongoing security protocols regarding airspace restrictions around major football stadiums during live competitive fixtures.