The Hammers had a half - hearted penalty appeal turned down by referee Martin Atkinson midway through the half as Kouyate's header struck Brad Smith on the arm, before West Ham were hit by a double injury blow. (skysports.com)
Unlike the United States, where the succession of death penalty appeals averages more than 11 years, Iraq completed its appellate process within weeks, rejecting Hussein's appeal on December 26. (legalblogwatch.typepad.com)
Foster was incensed after his team - mate denied Albion the chance to join Manchester United at the top of the fledgling table, but Stoke, who saw two half - hearted penalty appeals waved away in the first half, might have snatched victory late on and a draw seemed fair. (skysports.com)