Explained: The four-minute wait that could decide the Premier League title race
Referee Chris Kavanagh overturned the late goal after a 266-second review that checked a possible foul on Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya.
- On Sunday, a Video Assistant Referee review at London Stadium overturned a late goal by West Ham's Callum Wilson, ruling that the striker committed a foul on Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya.
- Arsenal needed a victory to maintain their pursuit of a first league title in 22 years, while West Ham required a result to improve their standing within the relegation zone.
- After Callum Wilson scored at 94 minutes, a 266-second VAR review led referee Chris Kavanagh to consult with official Darren England before disallowing the goal as the clock reached 99 minutes.
- Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised the decision as "very brave," though West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen called for more "consistency," saying "if you look at something for long enough you'll find something to give."
- Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville called the moment "the biggest moment in VAR history in the Premier League," suggesting the intervention could ultimately crown Arsenal as champions this season.
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Premier League In State Of Crisis As Arsenal Handed Title-Deciding Referee Decision That Was The Exact Opposite Of Rule-Bending They've Pulled All Season
david raya foul The Premier League is in a genuine state of conspiratorial crisis as title-chasing Arsenal Football Club were handed a controversial VAR decision that was in direct contrast with the type of goals they’ve been scoring all season. VAR (video assistant referee) wiped away West Ham’s game-tying goal for a foul on keeper David Raya in extra time of the match between Arsenal and the Irons on Sunday. Premier League fans are raging over…
The scandal continues after the West Ham United-Arsenal (0-1) English Premier League football match. The home team was denied a goal before the end of the match, which could affect both relegation and the championship title. The WHU is not bothered by this, and has indicated that it will file a complaint.
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