May 10, 2026, 07:19 PM
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Arsenal survived the "biggest moment in VAR history in the Premier League" in a win at West Ham that will "go down in folklore," according to former Manchester United defender Gary Neville.
Mikel Arteta's side looked to have put Manchester City back in control of the title race after Callum Wilson smashed home following a corner in the 95th minute at the London Stadium.
However, Arsenal players -- led by goalkeeper David Raya -- quickly protested to the referee. Replays showed Raya's arm appeared to be held by West Ham forward Pablo as he went to catch the ball, which eventually found its way to Wilson.
After a lengthy delay, VAR Darren England recommended on-field referee Chris Kavanagh to head to the monitor to review his decision, and he then reversed the call.
"The biggest moment in VAR history in the Premier League," Neville, now a Sky Sports pundit, said on commentary.
David Raya's arm appeared to be held by West Ham's Pablo at the corner. Marc Atkins/Getty Images
Raya and the Arsenal players quickly protested to the referee. Marc Atkins/Getty Images
Arsenal then hung on for a narrow 1-0 win, with Leandro Trossard having scored the winner in the 84th minute.
"If Arsenal are going to go on and win a title, this is the half," Neville added. "This is the game that will go down in folklore.
Chris Kavanagh disallowed the goal after being sent to the monitor by VAR. Alex Pantling/Getty Images
"It's a monumental movement towards a first Premier League title for this great club in 22 years."
Arsenal are five points ahead of City -- who have a game in hand -- but the north London club will win their first title since 2003-04 if they secure maximum points from their final two games of the season against Burnley and Crystal Palace.