It seemed almost impossible to wipe the grin off Freddie Potts’ face as he wheeled away in celebration after firing home from close range before heading for the corner flag to bask in the adoration of the West Ham fans. Then the offside flag intervened.
On a day when everything finally fell into place for West Ham, Potts was denied his moment as the Hammers secured their first win under Nuno Espirito Santo against Newcastle.
