Former England and Arsenal striker Ian Wright believes centre-back Nayef Aguerd was crucial to helping West Ham United earn a point at Newcastle United on Saturday evening.
The Hammers continued their recent run of improved form at St James’ Park with a 1-1 draw, despite going 1-0 down inside the opening minutes via Callum Wilson’s early finish. Brazilian midfielder Lucas Paqueta converted at the end of a Declan Rice corner to seal a point for David Moyes’ side before half-time.
For West Ham, their well-earned point against Champions League hopefuls Newcastle came via some excellent defending from Moroccan international defender Aguerd, who was making just his fourth Premier League start after signing in the summer, having missed most of the first half of the season through injury.
