West Ham United vs Aston Villa LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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West Ham United vs Aston Villa
West Ham have to settle for a point at home to Aston Villa, as the home side are twice denied by the VAR during an eventful second half that ends 1-1 at London Stadium. Between both efforts being chalked off, Villa scored an equaliser through substitute Zaniolo, following Antonio's first-half header. Either side enjoyed periods of dominance, in a rather uneven encounter that came shortly after European triumphs for the two clubs - Villa bossed the ball, but their hosts were sharper from set-pieces. As a result of this draw, the visitors increase their advantage over Tottenham to three points in the Premier League table, while West Ham are now within three of Manchester United. The Irons visit Newcastle United after the international break; Villa will host Wolves. That's all from today's live coverage, so thank you for joining us and goodbye!
West Ham United vs Aston Villa
After such a dramatic moment, the energy seems to have been sucked out of this game, as both sides are on course to share the spoils. West Ham were so close to winning it late on, but the final whistle will come any moment now.
West Ham United vs Aston Villa
GOAL RULED OUT! West Ham's winner is chalked off! There was a handball offence by Bowen before Soucek turned in an attempted shot by Mavropanos, so it remains 1-1 at the London Stadium! The home fans are in uproar!
West Ham United vs Aston Villa
PITCHSIDE REVIEW! After a long review by the VAR, now the referee sprints over to the pitchside monitor for a look at Soucek's finish himself. It seems that Bowen may have handled the ball, just before the midfielder prodded it in!
West Ham United vs Aston Villa
HAVE WEST HAM WON IT? With typical accuracy, Ward-Prowse delivers a dangerous free-kick into the box, before a desperate scramble ends with Soucek bundling the ball over the goal-line! He got the final touch, after Mavropanos tried to turn it home from a couple of yards out! That would be 2-1 to the Hammers, but will it stand? The VAR has got a lot to assess here, amid a chaotic scene! What a climax!
West Ham United vs Aston Villa
Slowly but surely, West Ham are edging their way back into this game, as the clock ticks down. They've managed to move a few more yards upfield, pushing Villa back for the first time in a while.
West Ham United vs Aston Villa
BRILLIANT BLOCK! A superb run up the right by Kudus opens up space, allowing Ward-Prowse to strike with power from near the penalty spot - but Cash dives in to make a goal-saving intervention! Surely that would have nestled in the net! Great defending!
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