Arteta reacts to huge VAR decision in Arsenal’s tense West Ham win

TL;DR

Mikel Arteta acknowledged a crucial VAR decision that denied West Ham an equalizer in Arsenal's 1-0 win. The late goal was ruled out for a foul on David Raya during the build-up.

Key points

Mikel Arteta commented on a significant VAR decision
West Ham's late equalizer was disallowed
David Raya was fouled during the build-up to the ruled-out goal
Leandro Trossard scored the only goal of the match
Arsenal secured three points in a tense victory

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Arteta reacts to huge VAR decision in Arsenal’s tense West Ham win

Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal experienced a “big moment” after the dramatic late VAR decision which denied West Ham an equaliser during the Gunners’ tense 1-0 victory at the London Stadium.

Leandro Trossard’s second-half goal appeared enough to secure the points before chaos unfolded deep into stoppage time.

West Ham thought they had rescued a dramatic equaliser from a late corner, sparking wild celebrations inside the stadium and panic among Arsenal supporters. However, following a VAR review, the goal was ruled out for a foul on David Raya during the build-up.

The decision proved absolutely massive in the context of both the match and Arsenal’s Premier League title challenge.

Arteta on decisive VAR intervention

As reported by beIN SPORTS after the final whistle, Arteta appeared fully aware of just how important that late moment could become.

“If you want to win big things there are moments, and that is a big moment,” the Arsenal manager explained.

While Arsenal supporters celebrated wildly at the final whistle, West Ham players and fans were left furious after seeing their late leveller chalked off.

VAR decisions have dominated headlines throughout the season and this latest intervention will undoubtedly spark debate again, especially given the significance of the result in the title race, and the ramifications on West Ham’s possible relegation at the end of the season.