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REVEALED: Why West Ham weren't given a last-minute penalty in their Europa League defeat to Freiburg despite lengthy VAR check confirming that the ball struck the defender's arm

The reason West Ham were not given a late penalty in their Europa League defeat against Freiburg has been revealed.

David Moyes' side had failed to take their chances at the Europa-Park Stadion, and found themselves a goal down heading into the closing stages after Michael Gregoritsch netted late for the hosts.

With four minutes of stoppage time to play the Hammers looked to have been handed a lifeline after the referee consulted with VAR for a potential penalty after Noah Weisshaupt appeared to handle the ball inside the box.

Several minutes passed as the official reviewed the footage, but the visitors were left disappointed as he elected not to point to the spot.