Classic Match - Martin's treble downs Magpies

Alvin Martin's unique hat-trick helped West Ham United's Boys of '86 score a fantastic 8-1 win over Newcastle United.

The Hammers were challenging for the Division One title when the Magpies arrived at the Boleyn Ground on Monday 21 April 1986 - and ran into a Claret and Blue juggernaut led by centre-back Martin.

With the visitors using three different goalkeepers due to injury, the England international took advantage to score past all three as West Ham romped to an emphatic success - Ray Stewart, Neil Orr, Frank McAvennie, Paul Goddard and a Glenn Roeder own-goal being the other scorers.


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On Monday 14 September, the Boys of '86 will be honoured as part of the Club's Farewell Boleyn celebrations at the Barclays Premier League fixture with Newcastle United. Click here for more information about how you can get involved!