And Newcastle United are off to a flyer with debutants Callum Wilson and Jeff Hendrick ensuring all three points came back from the London Stadium with Steve Bruce & Co.
Who shone, who stood out and who didn’t? Our Newcastle United writer Miles Starforth picks through the performance and dishes out the marks.
And it’s fair to say Wilson steals the show on his first performance in black and white in East London.
5. Jamal Lewis - 7
Forged a good partnership with Saint-Maximin early in the game and delivered two dangerous first-half crosses for Wilson. Photo: Michael Regan
6. Jeff Hendrick - 8
Marked his debut with a well-taken goal to put the game beyond West Ham, fielded on the right side of midfield. Photo: MICHAEL REGAN
7. Jonjo Shelvey - 6
Put a first-half shot into the side netting after Wilson laid the ball to him. Photo: -
8. Isaac Hayden - 8
Put in a combative performance after signing a new deal, never gave an inch in midfield. Photo: -