West Ham Secure Vital Win Over Newcastle to Ease Relegation Pressure

Julen Lopetegui's side claims a rare away victory, defeating Newcastle 2-0 to temporarily move clear of the Premier League drop zone.

• West Ham United earned their first away win since August, defeating Newcastle United 2-0 at St James' Park.
• Goals from Tomas Soucek and Aaron Wan-Bissaka highlighted a disciplined performance from Lopetegui's team under mounting pressure.
• The victory lifts West Ham three points clear of the relegation zone, offering a critical morale boost ahead of a challenging December fixture schedule.
• Newcastle struggled to capitalize on opportunities, with Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon missing key chances to turn the game around.
• The result eases speculation over Julen Lopetegui's job security, as West Ham fans and players showed renewed belief in his leadership.

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