Antonio of Reggae Boys finds the net, but West Ham falls short in 4-3 defeat to Newcastle

Harvey Barnes scored a stunning last-minute goal to lead Newcastle to a dramatic 4-3 victory over West Ham. The Magpies were trailing 3-1 with just 13 minutes remaining before Barnes came off the bench to score two goals, including the winner in the 90th minute. The game was filled with drama, with two penalties awarded to Newcastle and a red card shown to Anthony Gordon for a second bookable offense. Despite injuries to key players such as Jamaal Lascelles and Miguel Almiron, Newcastle showed resilience to secure the win.

Newcastle got off to a strong start with Alexander Isak converting a penalty after Fabian Schar was fouled by Vladimir Coufal. However, West Ham quickly equalized through Michail Antonio, who finished emphatically after being set up by Lucas Paqueta. The Hammers took the lead just before half-time when Mohammed Kudus scored from a quick free-kick taken by Paqueta. Jarrod Bowen extended their lead early in the second half after receiving a pass from Kudus and beating Martin Dubravka.

The game saw both teams creating scoring opportunities, with Gordon having a shot saved by Alphonse Areola and hitting the post with a curling effort. Isak pulled one back for Newcastle with another penalty, and Barnes leveled the score with a composed finish past Lukasz Fabianski. The thrilling comeback was completed by Barnes’ late winner, leaving Newcastle manager Eddie Howe delighted with his team’s resilience. West Ham manager David Moyes, on the other hand, was left stunned by the result and the turn of events in the match.

The game was marred by controversy, with referee Rob Jones at the center of the action throughout. There were angry protests from Newcastle players over West Ham’s second goal, scored after a quick free-kick was taken while Schar was receiving treatment. Gordon’s dismissal for kicking the ball away added to the drama, but Newcastle managed to hold on to secure a vital three points in their battle for survival in the Premier League. The victory lifted them out of the relegation zone and provided a much-needed boost to their confidence.

Both teams had to cope with injuries during the game, with Newcastle losing key players like Lascelles and Almiron, while West Ham goalkeeper Fabianski replaced Areola at half-time. The match showcased the unpredictable nature of the Premier League, with momentum swinging back and forth as both teams fought for victory. Barnes’ heroics off the bench proved to be the difference, as his impact changed the course of the game and secured a memorable win for Newcastle. The result will be remembered as one of the standout matches of the season, with Newcastle fans celebrating a remarkable comeback against a strong West Ham side.