Newcastle 2-2 West Ham
by Harry de Cosemo
at St James’s Park

NEWCASTLE UNITED twice struck back to deny West Ham as they played out a 2-2 draw at St James’s Park.

Michael Antonio and Thomas Soucek had the Hammers in control in both halves, but Miguel Almiron and Jonjo Shelvey replied each time. It certainly was a missed opportunity for the away side, who failed to secure a six-point cushion to the bottom three.

Magpies boss Steve Bruce said he was happy with the way his side bounced back, but admitted being disappointed with the sloppy start.