FA Charges West Ham, Nottingham Forest Over Premier League Melee

Nottingham Forest and West Ham United have both been charged by the Football Association for failing to control their players during a mass confrontation in the final minutes of their Premier League match, which Forest won 2-1. The incident occurred around the 103rd minute of a game that lasted nearly 113 minutes due to extended stoppage time, including a delayed offside check for Forest's winning goal. Four players—West Ham's Edson Alvarez and Carlos Soler, and Forest's Murillo and Morato—were booked for their involvement in the melee. The FA alleges that both clubs failed to ensure their players did not behave improperly or provocatively, and both have until May 23 to respond to the charges. This match was critical for Forest's Champions League qualification hopes, as their victory keeps them in contention ahead of the final weekend, where they must beat Chelsea and rely on other results. Meanwhile, other teams like Newcastle United, Manchester City, and Aston Villa are also vying for Champions League spots with various scenarios depending on the outcomes of the final matches.