‘Where is the consistency?’ – VAR in spotlight after intervention saves Arsenal

West Ham were denied a late equaliser against the Gunners on Sunday.

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya (centre left) was adjudged to have been fouled by West Ham’s Pablo in what could be a huge moment in the Premier League title race. Pic: John Walton/PA

Alan Shearer has criticised a lack of consistency from officials after Arsenal’s controversial 1-0 win over West Ham brought another twist to the Premier League title race.

Relegation-battling West Ham had a stoppage-time equaliser from Callum Wilson ruled out for a foul by Pablo on Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya, but the check took more than four minutes as VAR Darren England watched several replays before sending referee Chris Kavanagh to the screen.