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VAR Controversy: Arsenal Edges West Ham 1-0 in Title Race
10 May
Summary
- Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over West Ham United.
- VAR disallowed a 95th-minute equalizer for West Ham.
- The win extended Arsenal's lead at the top of the league.
Arsenal took a significant step towards their first Premier League title in 22 years by defeating West Ham 1-0. The crucial victory was sealed by Leandro Trossard's 83rd-minute goal.
The London Stadium erupted in the 95th minute when Callum Wilson appeared to equalize from a corner. However, the Video Assistant Referee intervened, spotting a foul on Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya. Referee Chris Kavanagh reviewed the incident and disallowed the goal.
This decision preserved Arsenal's five-point advantage at the top of the league table. With only two matches remaining, including a home game against Burnley and a final-day trip to Crystal Palace, the Gunners are in a strong position to clinch the championship.
