Match Recap: Sheffield United 2-2 West Ham United

In an intense English Premier League clash, Sheffield United held West Ham United to a 2-2 draw at Bramall Lane in Sheffield.

It was West Ham who struck first blood in the 28th minute, as Maxwel Cornet found the back of the net with a left-footed shot from the left side of the six-yard box. However, Sheffield United quickly responded just before halftime, with Ben Brereton's right-footed shot from the center of the box leveling the score at 1-1.

The second half saw a dramatic turn of events, with James Ward-Prowse putting West Ham ahead in the 79th minute from the penalty spot. However, the drama was far from over, as Sheffield United was awarded a penalty deep into stoppage time. Oliver McBurnie made no mistake with the spot-kick, equalizing for Sheffield United in the 90+13th minute.

The match was marred by numerous contentious decisions and controversial incidents, leading to a lot of social media reaction from fans. Many fans expressed disbelief at the referee's decision not to award West Ham a penalty in the dying moments of the game, as Jarrod Bowen was blatantly fouled in the box.

Overall, the result leaves both teams with mixed emotions. Sheffield United would be satisfied with their comeback and the resilience shown by their players, while West Ham may feel hard done by the refereeing decisions that went against them.

Sheffield United's next game is against Crystal Palace on January 30, 2024, while West Ham United will face AFC Bournemouth on February 1, 2024, in the Premier League.