'Only his last changes worked' - how Arteta's gambles finally paid off
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- Arsenal beat West Ham 2-1, preserving their Premier League title hopes ahead of a decisive Sunday clash with Manchester.
- VAR ruled Callum Wilson’s 95th‑minute equaliser invalid after determining that Pablo blocked David Raya’s arm and Jean‑Clair Todibo pulled his shirt, constituting a foul.
- Mikel Arteta substituted Martin Zubimendi for the injured Ben White at the 28th minute, a change that failed to alter the match’s momentum.
- Mikel Arteta later made two further substitutions, with the final change providing the decisive impact that helped Arsenal secure the win.
- David Raya made a crucial save from Mateus Fernandes, and a Gabriel block set up the corner that triggered the controversial VAR decision.
Why it matters: Arsenal earned three points, preserving their championship bid, while West Ham missed a chance to close the gap; the win sustains Arsenal’s revenue‑boosting title chase and fan enthusiasm.
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