Nuno Espirito Santo to be delighted as Jarred Gillett named referee for Newcastle vs West Ham
Nuno Espirito Santo was on the end of a major VAR decision that affected West Ham United over the last week, so he will be delighted to see Jarred Gillett take centre stage versus Newcastle.
The Hammers’ blushes were saved by Leeds United, who secured a 1-1 draw against Tottenham on Monday night, meaning the gap only stands at two points rather than four.
It means the Irons only need Tottenham to lose one of their final two games rather than dropping points in both of those matches.
The odds are much more favourable in that regard, especially with Spurs facing Chelsea next in the Premier League.
However, Nuno’s side will need to do their job in West Ham’s game against Newcastle in order for any potential loss to mean anything.
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Jarred Gillett appointed as referee for Newcastle vs West Ham
The Premier League has confirmed the officials set to take charge for West Ham’s game against Newcastle.
Jarred Gillett will be the man in the middle, with Craig Pawson to oversee the VAR role.
| Officials for Newcastle vs West Ham | Official |
| Referee | Jarred Gillett |
| Assistants | Neil Davies, Scott Ledger |
| Fourth Official | Lewis Smith |
| VAR | Craig Pawson |
| Assistant VAR | Nick Hopton |
The Australian has taken charge of 21 matches in the Premier League this season, dishing out 3.57 yellow cards per match.
Gillett is also on the lenient side, with just 0.53 fouls per tackle called in games he is officiating.
Why Nuno Espirito Santo will be happy with Jarred Gillett appointment
Referees are the hot topic for West Ham fans right now, but with Gillett in charge, there could be plenty of hope to cling onto.
The aftermath of West Ham’s loss to Arsenal is still coming through, but focus must turn to the next fixture.
Over nine West Ham games, in which the Australian official has been refereeing, the Hammers have a 66.66 per cent win rate.
They have won six, drawn one and lost two. It is a record that will undoubtedly bring some belief ahead of kick-off.
Additionally, this season has seen Gillett take charge in three West Ham fixtures, with Nuno coming out of those three games with an average of two points per match.
Meanwhile, opponents Newcastle will not be as pleased. The Geordies have lost their last three matches with Gillett in the centre of the pitch.
The Irons’ backs may be up against the wall, but those statistics are a positive omen to cling onto.