West Ham United are demanding answers from referee chiefs over the controversial disallowed goal in their 6-0 loss to Arsenal at the London Stadium on Sunday. The Hammers' late equaliser was ruled out by VAR in the 89th minute, leaving the team and their fans stunned.
According to reports, the goal was initially given by the on-field referee, but was overturned by VAR after a review. The decision has sparked widespread debate about the use of technology in football, with many feeling that the Hammers were robbed of a crucial point.
West Ham manager David Moyes was left seething after the game, stating, 'I'm extremely disappointed with the decision. I think it was a clear goal and the technology let us down.'
The incident has reignited debate about the use of VAR in football, with many calling for greater clarity and consistency in its application. The Premier League has introduced VAR in recent seasons to help reduce errors and improve accuracy, but controversies like this one continue to arise.
West Ham's defeat leaves them 13th in the Premier League table, while Arsenal move up to fourth. The Hammers will be looking to bounce back in their next fixture, but the controversy surrounding this game is likely to linger for some time.