95:11: Benjamin Sesko's equaliser seals West Ham's most heartbreaking home record

Relegation-threatened West Ham United were seconds away from a defining victory under the London Stadium lights before Benjamin Sesko intervened to force a share of the spoils following a 1-1 draw on Tuesday night.

The Slovenian striker’s 95th minute goal didn’t just rescue a point for Manchester United, it shattered a painful defensive record for the Hammers.

The clock showed 95:11 when Sesko’s improvised flick from a Bryan Mbeumo’s cross found the back of the net. 

According to the Premier League via Opta, “this is now the latest result-altering goal West Ham have ever conceded in a Premier League home match since records began in 2006/07.”

The goal served as a reminder of the Hammers’ struggles which have left them in relegation battle. 

The draw, however, preserved Michael Carrick’s unbeaten start to life at Manchester United since he replaced Darren Fletcher and Ruben Amorim.

While it came late and at the expense of a West Ham side that displayed immense resolve for the preceding 94 minutes, the United, the Premier League summed it all up perfectly. 

“Heartbreak for West Ham, this will feel like a loss. Sesko burst their balloon after an incredible display of resolve from the Hammers almost gave Carrick his first loss.”

• Defensive strength - West Ham’s backline held firm against wave after wave of United attempts until the final sixty seconds.

• Super-sub impact - Sesko, who replaced Matheus Cunha, showed clinical finish off the bench to prove the difference between a loss and a point for the Red Devils. 

• Mentality test - For Carrick, the Hammers’s resolve made things difficult for the Reds, who struggled to find the right spark and sharpness for 94 minutes. But they stayed in the game and even when not at their best, found a way in the end.

In summary, for West Ham, the 95:11 mark will remain a haunting reminder of how narrow the margins are in the Premier League. 

And for Man United, it’s another sign of the never say die attitude Carrick has instilled since taking over as they scored again in Fergie time.