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Bruno Guimaraes netted the second-half winner to extend Newcastle's great record against West Ham in London - and leave Toon fans wishing they could face the Hammers in a Wembley cup final.

Newcastle are now unbeaten in six away matches against West Ham as they warmed up for Sunday’s Carabao Cup final with a vital Premier League win.

Harvey Barnes excelled down the left in the place of the suspended Anthony Gordon - and provided the assist for the goal - and star striker Alexander Isak came through unscathed against a passive Irons side.

Premier League leaders Liverpool will present a much sterner task on Sunday as Newcastle seek a first domestic trophy since the 1955 FA Cup.

But after two defeats, injuries and suspension, Eddie Howe’s side will return to the capital on Sunday in high spirits after Guimaraes scored only his third goal of the season.

The ovation given to the head coach and his players at full-time - accompanied by chants of “We’re Going to Wembley” - showed the first domestic cup final of the season will be a great occasion with a vibrant atmosphere.

Nick Pope replaced Martin Dubravka in goal while Barnes made his first start since December 7 in Gordon’s left wing slot.

But seeking a third consecutive Premier League win for the first time since December 2023, unchanged West Ham enjoyed the stronger start after a 10-day break.

But Newcastle weathered the early storm and were to dominate the rest of the half - with Barnes involved in their best action as the visitors found space down the flanks.

He forced Alphonse Areola into a smart low save when he deflected Kieran Trippier’s drilled cross shot after 20 minutes.

Then the West Ham keeper denied Barnes again - this time from a smart header - after Dan Burns sent Trippier’s deep corner back across goal.

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