Newcastle United forward Allan Saint-Maximin ran circles around veteran West Ham United right-back Pablo Zabaleta when both sides met at the London Stadium last November.

The Magpies ran out 3-2 winners, with the Hammers’ attempt to mount a comeback after going 3-0 down yielding nothing.

Saint-Maximin was at his devastating best on that day, constantly tormenting the Argentine full-back for 73 minutes.

The 35-year-old was withdrawn after straining his limbs, and he didn’t return to action until boxing day.

Saint-Maximin’s colourful displays and burst of pace have seen him endear himself to Newcastle fans, and there is no doubt that he is a joy to watch.

The Frenchman is a thorn in the flesh of defenders, and he has revealed that his constant dribbling isn’t an attempt to humiliate anyone but a personal way of playing.

ASM took to Twitter to open up on his battle with Zabaleta last year, claiming he has nothing but respect for the two-time Premier League winner.

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