Against Sheffield United, West Ham Failed To Win In The Last Minute

West Ham always took the lead but ultimately failed to win after a 2-2 draw against the bottom occupants of the Sheffield United standings in the English Premier League match at Bramall Lane Stadium, Sunday, January 21 evening WIB.

West Ham picked up a disappointing result. The chances of winning three points were dashed after Sheff. United scored from a penalty spot that equalized the score in injury time.

The draw made West Ham fail to move away from Manchester United's pursuit. The Hammers' position has not changed. The London club still occupies sixth place with 35 points. West Ham is only three points ahead of Manchester United who is ranked seventh.

Meanwhile, Sheff. United are increasingly at the bottom of the standings. Sheeff. United only have 10 points and only won twice so they are in danger of being relegated next season.

In that match, West Ham started well. They pressed the opponent's defense and managed to take the lead through winger Maxwel Cornet in the 28th minute. He welcomed Danny Ings' shot by throwing a shot into the net.

West Ham's only advantage did not last long. Towards the end of the first half, the hosts managed to equalize. Sheff's goal. United's goal was scored by Ben Brereton Diaz, a player who was borrowed from Villarreal in 44 minutes. The score turned 1-1 and lasted until halftime.

In the second half, Sheff. United played more aggressively. A good opportunity was obtained by striker William Osula. However, his efforts were thwarted by goalkeeper Alphonse Areola.

West Ham, who had been under pressure, managed to break into the host's goal. David Moyes' team goal was produced by James Ward-Prowse from the pnalti point in 79 minutes.

The penalty was given after Ings was dropped by Gustavo Hamer in the forbidden box. The referee pointed to the spot and the execution was completed by Ward-Prowse.

The match heated up when it entered injury time. The hosts lost Rhian Brewster who got a red card for committing a serious offense.

Shortly thereafter it was West Ham defender Vladimir Coufal's turn to get a red card after pocketing a second yellow card in the 97th minute.

In a situation of 10 against 10, Areola goalkeeper committed a foul on Total McBurnie. The clash with McBurnie resulted in Areola's injury.

The incident also resulted in a penalty award for the injured host Areola who was then replaced by Lukasz Fabianski. Only then did he pick up the ball from the net because McBurnie managed to complete the penalty in the 90+13 minute. The score changed 2-2 and lasted until the end of the match.