Two points dropped? Or a point gained? After a couple of days reflection, the latter feels more appropriate, even if West Ham United did snatch three points away from Newcastle United.
The Magpies suffered from a Champions League hangover in the first half as they trailed to Tomas Soucek’s eighth-minute opener. But after a talking-to from Eddie Howe at the break, United improved and quickly turned the match on its head via Alexander Isak’s brace.
Victory was within Newcastle’s grasp but substitute Mohammed Kudus had other ideas as his strike in the 89th minute earned a draw for the Hammers. Still, Howe’s side accepted the draw which extended their unbeaten run to seven matches.
From goals to a Newcastle player being laughed at, it was an eventful afternoon in the capital - and here’s the photos to prove it:
5. West Ham take an 8th minute lead through Soucek
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6. And Nick Pope was in no man’s land
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7. A rye smile between two England teammates
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8. Howe shows his frustration over sluggish first-half
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