West Ham v Arsenal LIVE: Calls for law change after ‘biggest decision in VAR history’ | OneFootball

Arsenal moved to the brink of a first Premier League title in 22 years after West Ham had a last-gasp equaliser ruled out by VAR in a dramatic finale at the London Stadium that left the hosts starting down the barrel of relegation.

In the late melee, VAR spotted an infringement involving Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya and West Ham substitute Pablo. In a thicket of bodies in the six-yard box, Raya appeared to be grasped by the Brazilian as he attempted to claim the initial delivery into the box.

After a long deliberation of the available angles, VAR Darren England instructed referee Kavanagh to review the footage on the pitchside monitor. And following a discussion between the officials, Kavanagh chalked the goal off. West Ham are poised to file an official complaint.

Arsenal now just need to beat relegated Burnley and Crystal Palace to win the Premier League, while West Ham are in need of a great escape with two games remaining. Tottenham can move four points clear if they beat Leeds, who are now safe, tonight.

Meanwhile, there have been calls for football’s lawmakers to review the contentious issue of grappling at set-pieces, with former Premier League referee Darren Cann proposing a ban on attacking players standing in the six-yard box before corners.