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West Ham goalkeeper baffled by disallowed goal against Arsenal as he blasts VAR
TL;DR
West Ham goalkeeper Mads Hermansen criticized VAR after a late equalizer against Arsenal was disallowed due to a foul on goalkeeper David Raya. The decision has sparked debate over the consistency of VAR in the Premier League.
Key points
- West Ham goalkeeper Mads Hermansen criticized VAR.
- A late equalizer was disallowed due to a foul on David Raya.
- The decision raised questions about VAR's consistency in the Premier League.
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West Ham goalkeeper Mads Hermansen has voiced strong criticism over the inconsistent application of VAR, after his side were denied a late equaliser against Arsenal due to a contentious foul on opposing goalkeeper David Raya.
The Hammers, who are battling to stay in the Premier League, believed they had snatched a crucial point against the title contenders when Callum Wilson found the net from a corner, cancelling out Leandro Trossard’s 82nd-minute opener.
However, following a lengthy VAR review, the goal was controversially chalked off, with officials deeming West Ham striker Pablo Felipe to have fouled Raya as he challenged for the cross.
Speaking after the match, Hermansen expressed his bewilderment at the decision, arguing that such contact is commonplace and often unpunished.
"If you ask any goalkeeper in the league, if he’s been illegally blocked, pulled, pushed on corners this season I think you will not find anyone who has not experienced this. So to give this, I’m not sure I understand why," he stated.
Mads Hermansen was surprised the goal was ruled out (Reuters)
He further highlighted perceived inconsistencies, noting other unpenalised infringements.
Q&A
Why was West Ham's late goal against Arsenal disallowed?
The goal was disallowed after a VAR review determined that West Ham striker Pablo Felipe fouled Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya during the play.
What did Mads Hermansen say about the VAR decision?
Mads Hermansen expressed confusion over the VAR decision, stating that such contact during corners is common and usually goes unpunished.
How does this VAR decision affect West Ham's Premier League standing?
The disallowed goal was crucial as West Ham is battling to stay in the Premier League, and the loss against Arsenal could impact their chances of survival.
