Diame a Diamond

Mo Diame has largely been a source of frustration ever since his move from Hull City over the course of the summer, much to the chagrin of supporters.

In many ways, some of his outings looked like a Championship standard Moussa Sissoko, though perhaps less sulky.

Still, the former West Ham ace was in fine fettle yesterday, acting as the kind of No.10 Newcastle have been without all season.

Excellent in winning back possession and pushing forward, Ayoze Perez has a task to get back into the side.