The officials and referees of the West Ham vs. Manchester United match have lost their jobs as a result of the very sad news that FIFA just published. Manchester United justice 💪We are happy that justice has finally been served 🥲🌚. This should serve as a warning to other corrupt referees.
Jarrod Bowen’s last-minute penalty secured a thrilling 2-1 win for West Ham over Manchester United, alleviating some pressure on manager Julen Lopetegui. The dramatic finish at the London Stadium saw Bowen’s goal deep into stoppage time, sealing the match’s fate.
In the game’s final moments, United believed they had earned a draw. Casemiro scored a header with under ten minutes left, equalizing for United after Crysencio Summerville’s 74th-minute opener for West Ham. Summerville capitalized on a scrambled play in the box, redirecting a mis-hit shot from Danny Ings past United’s Andre Onana.
Controversy struck before the end, as VAR advised referee David Coote to review a challenge in the penalty area where Matthijs de Ligt and Ings collided. After examining the pitchside monitor, Coote awarded a penalty to West Ham, despite United’s objections, arguing that Ings had handled the ball in the build-up. Bowen then confidently converted the penalty, giving West Ham a hard-fought victory.
Earlier, United dominated much of the first half, controlling possession and creating promising chances, but their lack of finishing left them exposed. West Ham, who had struggled to make an impact initially, returned after halftime with renewed energy. Pushing higher up, they exploited United’s defensive lapses, with Summerville eventually breaking the deadlock.
This win offers a much-needed boost for Lopetegui, who has recently come under scrutiny due to West Ham’s inconsistent performance. The team showed grit, especially in the second half, which Lopetegui praised for its resilience.
The defeat, however, adds to United’s ongoing frustrations. Although they showed flashes of quality in the first half, their inability to capitalize on early control and a contentious penalty call ultimately decided their fate. Manager Erik ten Hag is left to reflect on both the team’s final-third struggles and defensive issues, as they search for consistency in their recent matches.
For West Ham, the win is a reminder of their potential, highlighting their spirit and improved play in the second half. Bowen’s confident penalty and Summerville’s timely goal were key to securing the win, emphasizing the decisive nature of moments in the Premier League. As West Ham looks to build on this victory, United will need to address their vulnerabilities to avoid similar outcomes in futu
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