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Arsenal edged closer to the Premier League title with a tense win over West Ham United, but the defining moments extended far beyond Leandro Trossard’s late goal, as reported by Football.london, on Sunday May 10, 2026.
The decisive flashpoint came deep into stoppage time when Callum Wilson thought he had equalised, only for the goal to be ruled out following a VAR review for a foul on David Raya.
While the decision ultimately stood up to scrutiny, the length of the review introduced uncertainty and tension inside the stadium.
Amid that chaos, Bukayo Saka produced a telling reaction that captured the magnitude of the moment.
As the decision was confirmed, he turned towards the travelling supporters, urging them on and celebrating with visible intensity, a response that reflected both relief and belief.
It was, in effect, a leadership moment, recognising the psychological importance of holding firm in the closing seconds.
Earlier in the contest, Mikel Arteta had been forced into a key decision following the injury to Ben White.
Rather than opting for a like-for-like defensive change, Arteta introduced Martin Zubimendi and shifted Declan Rice to right-back.
“It was a difficult call,” Arteta admitted post-match. The adjustment, however, disrupted Arsenal’s structure and allowed West Ham to gain momentum, particularly before half-time.
The hosts began to find space through Crysencio Summerville, exposing vulnerabilities down the flank.
White’s injury itself remains a concern. The defender left the pitch in clear discomfort and required several minutes to make his way off, raising doubts about his availability for the run-in.
With Jurrien Timber still sidelined, defensive depth could become a decisive factor.
If there was a stabilising presence, it came from Raya. The goalkeeper delivered a series of crucial interventions, most notably a late save to deny Fernandes, preserving parity before Trossard’s breakthrough.
“That’s the save that wins you titles,” as one observer put it, a moment of technical excellence under pressure.
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