“Keith Hackett Slams Anthony Taylor for Allowing Controversial Arsenal Goal in West Ham Drubbing”
Former referee Keith Hackett has blasted Anthony Taylor for allowing Arsenal’s first goal to stand in their dominant 5-2 win over West Ham. Gabriel Magalhães’ 10th-minute header from an Arsenal corner was at the heart of the controversy during the London derby on November 30.
“Keith Hackett Questions Referee’s Decision Not to Disallow Controversial Arsenal Goal Against West Ham”
Former Premier League and FIFA referee Keith Hackett has expressed disbelief over Anthony Taylor’s decision to allow Arsenal’s opening goal in their 5-2 win over West Ham. The controversy stems from a potential push on Lucas Paquetá by Jurrien Timber as the ball was delivered in, with Hackett insisting the goal should have been ruled out. Speaking to West Ham Zone, Hackett shared his frustration with the call.
“Keith Hackett Slams ‘Clear Push’ by Jurrien Timber in Controversial Arsenal Goal Against West Ham”
Keith Hackett has blasted Anthony Taylor for allowing Arsenal’s opening goal to stand in their 5-2 victory over West Ham, highlighting a “clear push” by Jurrien Timber on Lucas Paquetá at the front post. Hackett, speaking to West Ham Zone, was baffled that the goal wasn’t disallowed, insisting the foul should have been spotted.
“Danny Murphy Agrees with Hackett, Says West Ham Were Hard Done by Early Arsenal Goal”
Danny Murphy has joined the chorus of critics, agreeing that West Ham were hard done by in the early stages of their 5-2 loss to Arsenal. Speaking on Match of the Day (November 30), Murphy pointed out the push by Jurrien Timber on Lucas Paquetá, suggesting that on another day, the referee might have awarded a foul. He called it a “50-50” situation, where referees could have made a different call.
“Keith Hackett: Controversial Arsenal Goal Didn’t Change Outcome as West Ham Struggled in Frenetic First Half”
Despite the controversy surrounding the disallowed goal, Keith Hackett believes it wouldn’t have significantly altered the outcome of the game. The 5-2 drubbing by Arsenal, where all seven goals came in a frantic first half, saw West Ham overwhelmed. Hackett also noted that there were no major issues with the two penalties awarded against the Hammers, as they struggled to keep up with the Gunners’ pace.
“West Ham Fans Deserve Consistency After Controversial No-Foul Call in Arsenal Defeat”
Had a foul been given for the push on Lucas Paquetá, perhaps it could have disrupted the chain of defensive mistakes that led to a disastrous first-half display for West Ham. Fans are simply asking for consistency, especially with the increased scrutiny and VAR intervention in modern football. There’s little reason for such a clear foul to be missed, as it could have potentially shifted the momentum in a chaotic match.