West Ham 2-0 Newcastle: Hosts up to ninth with comfortable win
West Ham moved up to ninth in the Premier League table with a comfortable 2-0 win over Newcastle at London Stadium on Saturday.
www.skysports.comNewcastle reversed a slow start to claim a 3-1 victory after a spell of rapid pressure following the opener. An own goal by a West Ham defender in stoppage time sealed the win for Newcastle. West Ham's troubles continued as they let in two goals before the break and a further goal in the second period. West Ham stay in the drop zone, as Tottenham wait in the wings to influence their fate. Rapid Newcastle pressure after the opener helped set the tone, while a cruel stoppage-time blow ended the game with a final 3-1 scoreline. The result solidifies Newcastle's stance in the table, and extends West Ham's woes despite the late drama.