Bruno Guimaraes' goal propelled Newcastle United to a pivotal 1-0 victory against West Ham, crucial for their Champions League ambitions. The match, dominated by Newcastle, showcased a significant performance ahead of their upcoming EFL Cup final versus Liverpool. Despite some close moments, including a near own-goal by Max Kilman, Guimaraes struck after receiving a cross from Harvey Barnes. The win pushes Newcastle into sixth place in the Premier League standings, just two points shy of a Champions League spot, while West Ham remains near the relegation zone, struggling with a winless streak when conceding first.
Eddie Howe's side were never really in danger of surrendering their lead thereon, as they held out for only a second win in five Premier League games.
Bruno Guimaraes was the hero as Newcastle United boosted their Champions League qualifying hopes with a 1-0 win over West Ham.
Newcastle have now won their last two Premier League games in London (also beating Tottenham in January), stringing consecutive metropolitan league victories together for the first time since April 2023.
Barnes set up Guimaraes' winner for his ninth direct goal involvement against the Hammers (six goals, three assists); his joint-highest tally against a single Premier League opponent.
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