"“I am going to certainly remember this day. It was a rollercoaster of emotions,” Arteta told Sky Sports. “We knew it was going to be tough day; they are fighting for their lives, and we are trying to win the Premier League. So much at stake. We started the game so well and had three big chances.”"
"“Then the injury of Ben [White], we had to make a change and adapt, we had to make difficult decisions. We threw everything we had to try and win it. We were rewarded for that courage. Then there are two actions, one with David [Raya]. He makes an incredible save, and then the controversy around the disallowed goal, which is obviously a big decision.”"
"“When I had to be critical, I have been. I have to congratulate them [referees]. You need a lot of courage and bravery to stand out and give the opportunity to the referee to have a look at the action. When you see the picture, there is no question that it is a clear foul. They were very brave.”"
"“The action deserved that. In my opinion, it is very clear. They are the rules, and we ask for consistency.”"
Arsenal defeated West Ham 1-0 at London Stadium to move five points clear at the top of the Premier League. Leandro Trossard scored the decisive goal, while late drama followed when Callum Wilson appeared to equalise in the 95th minute. A lengthy VAR check overturned the goal after a foul on David Raya by Pablo during the initial corner. Mikel Arteta said the match involved high stakes and difficult adjustments, including an injury to Ben White. Arteta praised the referees for having the courage to review the incident and for reaching what he viewed as the correct decision, emphasizing the need for consistency with the rules.
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