Summary
In a recent FA Cup match between West Ham United and Leeds United, the referee added 11 minutes of extra time, during which West Ham tied the game, leading to extra time and penalties. The referee's decision to add no extra time in a different match the previous day led to questions on social media.
Key Facts
- The FA Cup match involved West Ham United and Leeds United.
- West Ham came from 2-0 down to tie the game during the 11 minutes of extra time.
- This extra time allowed the game to go to penalties, where Leeds eventually won.
- In contrast, no extra time was added in another game between Manchester City and Liverpool.
- The match saw several stoppages, explaining the 11 minutes added: treatment for injured players, a penalty check, and substitutions.
- Sometimes added time in matches can be reduced or omitted if the outcome seems unlikely to change.
- Uefa referees have the option to end games without extra time if no benefit is seen from playing longer.
- The end of the game included drama with disallowed goals and a debut for West Ham’s young goalkeeper.
