The Premier League has explained why Calum Wilson’s late goal for West Ham against Arsenal, was ruled out by VAR.
The Gunners were heading to a 1-0 win, thanks to Leandro Trossard’s late goal, when Wilson forced the ball home.
Although the goal was awarded on the pitch, the referee was advised to review it on the on-field screen.
The goal was eventually ruled out and Arsenal went five points clear of Manchester City with two games left.
A short statement from the Premier League match centre via X, read: “#WHUARS, external – 90+5’ VAR OVERTURN After VAR review, the referee overturned the original decision of goal to West Ham United. Referee announcement: “After review, West Ham number 19 commits a foul on the goalkeeper. Final decision is direct free kick.”