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West Ham's Dramatic Draw with Aston Villa Explained

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Find out why West Ham was denied a late winner against Aston Villa in a thrilling 1-1 draw!

West Ham was left frustrated after a late goal by Konstantinos Mavropanos was disallowed against Aston Villa due to a handball by Tomas Soucek detected by VAR. The thrilling 1-1 draw saw West Ham having three goals ruled out, including a dramatic stoppage-time winner. The tension was high as Aston Villa managed to come from behind and secure a point against the Hammers. The VAR drama led to over five minutes of debate between Australian referee Jarred Gillett and VAR official Tony Harrington over Mavropanos' effort.

The 2023/24 Premier League season kicked off with a bang as West Ham United and Aston Villa showcased a nail-biting encounter filled with controversial decisions. Fans were left on the edge of their seats as the match unfolded with unexpected twists and turns. The battle on the pitch was intense, highlighting the competitive spirit of both teams.

Despite the VAR controversy, West Ham's performance proved their determination and skill on the field. Aston Villa's resilience in holding off the Hammers added to the excitement of the match. The clash between the two teams did not disappoint, setting the stage for a thrilling Premier League season ahead. Football fans worldwide eagerly anticipate more thrilling matches like this one.

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West Ham denied late winner vs Aston Villa โ€“ handball rule explained (The Athletic)

West Ham's Konstantinos Mavropanos was denied a late winner against Villa after VAR spotted a handball by Tomas Soucek.

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West Ham's late goal ruled out in 1-1 draw with Aston Villa (The Straits Times)

LONDON - West Ham United had three goals ruled out, including what would have been a dramatic stoppage-time winner, as Aston Villa came from behind to earn ...

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West Ham United vs Aston Villa LIVE: Premier League result, final ... (Yahoo Sports)

The 2023/24 Premier League season is under way and you can follow every game and every goal right here with The Independent.

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Villa held by West Ham after VAR drama (New Straits Times Online)

Australian referee Jarred Gillett and VAR official Tony Harrington spent over five minutes debating whether West Ham defender Konstantinos Mavropanos' effort ...

West Ham 1, Aston Villa 1, VAR -2. A Drawn Out Draw In Stratford. (West Ham Till I Die)

VAR annoyingly correct not once, but twice, as Hammers and Villa share the spoils.

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Aussie ref Jarred Gillett caught in VAR storm as West Ham denied ... (Optus Sport)

Aston Villa equalised late on but a handball from Tomas Soucek controversially saw an even later West Ham strike ruled out.

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