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FIFA has just announced VERY SAD NEWS for the Officials and Referees of the match between Aston Villa vs Westham and this have cost them thier Job

The crucial winning goal for West Ham against Aston Villa was nullified due to a lengthy VAR review, ultimately disallowing it for a handball infringement. In the dying moments of the match, West Ham celebrated what seemed like a decisive goal at the London Stadium, only to have their joy crushed when the goal was subjected to scrutiny for a potential handball on the goal-line. The cheers turned to groans as those watching at Stockley Park took considerable time deliberating the decision.

 

Referee Jarred Gillett eventually went to the screen to review the incident, leading to the conclusion that the goal could not stand. West Ham’s manager, David Moyes, expressed frustration at the prolonged VAR check, with talkSPORT reporter Ian Abrahams criticizing the inspection as “ludicrous,” and Andy Townsend humorously questioning if the referee was searching for handball or fingerprints.

 

Post-match, Moyes discussed the need for time limits on VAR checks, emphasizing the consecutive handball decisions that have gone against his team. Despite the disappointment, he acknowledged Villa’s improvement in the second half and expressed overall satisfaction with his team’s performance.

 

Rio Ferdinand expressed concern about the consequences of potentially sacking Moyes, suggesting it could “end in tears” for West Ham. The disallowed goal added to West Ham’s woes, with an earlier goal from Michail Antonio also ruled out for handball, extending their streak of unfortunate VAR decisions.

 

The home crowd at the London Stadium voiced their displeasure with boos following the late-game disappointment, compounding West Ham’s frustration after losing two consecutive home games. The result has implications for Villa’s aspirations of securing a Champions League spot for the upcoming season, highlighting the significance of the VAR decision in the context of their campaign.

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