Nuno Espirito Santo will be furious as Premier League announcements made ahead of relegation showdown
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Credit: Imago Sat 23 May 2026 12:49, UK Nuno Espirito Santo may well have gripes with the Premier League’s decisions over the officials that will decide West Ham United and Tottenham’s fates on Sunday. The Hammers head into the final day needing a huge favour from Everton in North London, as well as three points in their own game.Should the Toffees beat Tottenham, West Ham will stay up with victory over Leeds United at the London Stadium, but any other result will prove fatal.The Lilywhites’ strong advantage in goal difference means that, if they were to draw, the Irons would have to beat their opponents by a margin of 12 goals to stay up.Considering West Ham’s form has seen them score just two goals in their last three games, they will likely leave their hopes with an Everton win. ⚽West Ham United Matchday⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and tactical analysis for every West Ham fixture.
VISIT THE WEST HAM MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Michael Oliver appointed for Tottenham vs EvertonMichael Oliver took charge of Everton’s clash with Manchester City earlier this month, in a game that was memorable for several reasons.The Toffees had been 1-0 down before turning the game on its head and going 3-1 up, before late goals from Erling Haaland and Jeremy Doku saw the captivating occasion end 3-3.EvertonMatch statsManchester City24%Possession76%14Shots216Shots on target42.72Expected goals (xG)1.545Corners9Everton’s efforts effectively derailed Man City’s title hopes, placing the Premier League back in Arsenal’s hands and ultimately allowing their former player, Mikel Arteta, to celebrate his first-ever league title as a manager.There was no celebrating from David Moyes, however, after his side were denied a clear penalty and a chance to go 4-2 ahead. “Sometimes the referee might not, but with the other people around them, you’d hope they’d get the right result, and then you add in VAR as well.”Anthony Taylor appointed for West Ham vs LeedsNuno will likely have a problem with the Premier League’s decision to allow Anthony Taylor to oversee West Ham’s game, too.The referee oversaw Nottingham Forest’s 2-0 loss at Everton in 2024, and received huge criticism after failing to award the visitors a penalty in three highly controversial moments.Anthony Taylor will take charge of West Ham vs Leeds on Sunday, with John Brooks on VAR duties.Michael Oliver will take charge of Tottenham vs Everton, with on Paul Tierney VAR duties. pic.twitter.com/yRXVE8GfAv— Uber West Ham (@UberWestHam) May 20, 2026 View Tweet Speaking after the game, Nuno said: “Three of them.
It’s a very poor decision from Anthony Taylor and VAR. It’s happening to us over and over again.