Newcastle played West ham united in the first match of the Sunday with it being a thriller. West Ham looked to have the game in the bag as Benrahma scored his second to put the Hammers 2-0 up. After half time, the magpies came out with a bang. Goals to Shelvey and Almiron put the game back to square. With the score 2-2 Newcastle had an attack that looked promising. A late goal to Almiron to secure his second and the victory for Newcastle in a heartstopping game at St James Park on matchday 1.