Leon Best has seen very little time at St. James' Park this year, sparking rumors that the Irish striker will be leaving Newcastle United this month. The the 24-year-old does move in the window, he will have left a goodbye gift from the club, scoring the opening goal in today's match against West Ham United.
Newcastle Vs. West Ham: Rare Leon Best Goal Pushes Magpies In Front
In the 18th minute, midfielder Joey Barton sent a long ball toward the West Ham area. Best won the ball in the area, heading it to partner Peter Lovenkrands. The Dane gave it back to Best who beat goalkeeper Robert Green to put the Tynesiders up, 1-0.
Best is making is 15th appearance for the Magpies since moving from Coventry City last January. Between the Championship and the Premier League, this is his first league goal for Newcastle after scoring nine in half a season for Coventry.
With Newcastle dominating possession into the 30th minute, the match at St. James’ Park remains 1-0, Magpies.
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