Arsenal fans heard singing new chant about Gary Neville during Chelsea win after pundit's violent remark

The hostile reception stemmed from Neville's fierce criticism of Gabriel Martinelli following an incident involving Liverpool defender Conor Bradley during last week's Premier League encounter.

Neville's comments during the goalless draw at the Emirates Stadium sparked widespread anger among Arsenal fans, who seized the opportunity at Chelsea's ground to voice their collective frustration with the former Manchester United defender.

Bradley sustained a serious knee injury during stoppage time of the goalless draw at the Emirates Stadium, an injury that has since ended his season.

The Liverpool full-back required surgery following the incident, which occurred in the closing stages of the match.

Martinelli, believing the Northern Irish defender was wasting time late in the game, attempted to move him from the pitch so he could receive treatment elsewhere.

The Brazilian winger's actions drew immediate criticism, though the severity of Bradley's condition only became apparent afterwards.

Once the full extent of the injury was revealed, Martinelli moved quickly to apologise for his behaviour during the heated moment.

Neville launched a scathing attack on the Arsenal forward during the live broadcast, labelling his conduct "disgraceful" and demanding an apology.

"You can't push him off the pitch. You cannot do that. That is so poor. I think an apology is needed," the pundit said.

"Bradley is being stretchered off. I'm fuming with Martinelli to be honest. Disgraceful."

Neville went further, adding: "I'm surprised a Liverpool player hasn't gone over and whacked Martinelli there!"

The Brazilian responded via Instagram, explaining he had already contacted Bradley directly to express his regret.

"I really didn't understand he was seriously injured in the heat of the moment," Martinelli wrote.

"I want to say I'm deeply sorry for reacting. Sending Conor all my best again for a quick recovery."

Ofcom received 576 complaints regarding Neville's on-air remarks, a figure that far surpasses the regulator's typical complaint volume for broadcasts.

The number of complaints is understood to represent more than any other programme has attracted this year.

A spokesman for the broadcasting watchdog confirmed the organisation is examining the complaints against its rules, though no decision has been made on whether a formal investigation will follow.

"We're assessing these complaints against our broadcasting rules, but are yet to decide whether or not to investigate," the Ofcom spokesperson said.

Neville was notably absent from Sky Sports' coverage of the Chelsea fixture, with Jamie Redknapp and Jimmy-Floyd Hasselbaink handling punditry responsibilities instead.

Arsenal won 3-2 to boost their chances of winning a first trophy in six years.