"Callum Wilson's stoppage time strike looked to have given the Hammers a lifeline in the relegation battle and Manchester City hope in the title race. But a VAR review for a foul on David Raya rescued Arsenal and edged north London rivals Tottenham, who face Leeds on Tuesday morning Australian time, closer to survival."
"West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo said that "the referees are confused". West Ham captain Jarred Bowen questioned "where is the consistency?". While more than 50,000 West Ham fans inside the London Stadium vented their anger at Callum Wilson's late equaliser being ruled out by the VAR."
"The replays showed that West Ham forward Pablo had obstructed Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya. But the replays also showed former Hammer Declan Rice obstructing towering centre back Konstantinos Mavropanos as well as multiple pushes and pulls as the ball was swung into the box from a corner."
"The general consensus among the Sky Sports panel - made up of Roy Keane, Ian Wright and Jamie Redknapp - post-game was that the right decision had been made. The frustrations of West Ham supporters and footballs fans around the globe who despise VAR were only heightened but the fact such scrums in the penalty area have been allowed from set pieces all season."
Arsenal moved closer to a first Premier League title in 22 years after a late West Ham equaliser was overturned. Callum Wilson’s stoppage-time strike appeared to keep West Ham’s relegation hopes alive and to boost Manchester City in the title race. A VAR review found a foul on David Raya, rescuing Arsenal and also tightening the survival picture for Tottenham. Dropped points for Aston Villa and Liverpool left the race for Champions League qualification open, with Bournemouth and Brighton closing in. West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo criticized the officiating, while Jarred Bowen questioned consistency. Replays showed Pablo obstructing Raya, alongside other physical incidents during the corner, including Declan Rice obstructing Konstantinos Mavropanos.
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