Biggest VAR call ever? Four chaotic minutes that may define the season
The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of drama at London Stadium.
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The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of drama at London Stadium.
Gary Neville described the VAR decision to disallow West Ham's 95th-minute equalizer as the most significant moment in VAR history, highlighting its impact on the Premier League title race.
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