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'It was handball, wasn't it?' - why Rutter goal against West Ham stood

December 7, 2025

In a dramatic Premier League match, Georginio Rutter scored a controversial equalizer for Brighton in injury time, resulting in a 1-1 draw against West Ham. The goal, which involved the ball hitting Rutter's arm before going in, was upheld after a VAR review, frustrating West Ham's manager Nuno Espirito Santo as his team remains in the relegation zone.

'It was handball, wasn't it?' - why Rutter goal against West Ham stood

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Key Highlights

Georginio Rutter scored a late equalizer for Brighton in the 91st minute.
The goal was reviewed by VAR due to a handball claim but was allowed to stand.
Jarrod Bowen opened the scoring for West Ham earlier in the match.
Brighton struggled creatively throughout the game, facing a strong tactical setup from West Ham.
West Ham remains in the bottom three, two points behind Nottingham Forest.

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'It was handball, wasn't it?' - why Rutter goal against West Ham stood

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