Newcastle United vs Everton
Match Report
Everton made a statement in Edinburgh, cruising to a 3-1 win over Newcastle at Murrayfield in this pre-season friendly. The standout moment came just before the break, when a penalty extended Everton's lead and effectively settled the contest heading into halftime.
Thierno Barry opened the scoring in the 27th minute after a Newcastle defensive lapse, and Iliman Ndiaye doubled the advantage from the penalty spot in the 36th minute after Joelinton fouled Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall in the box. Tyrique George added a third in the 72nd minute with a clinical finish to cap a flowing attack. Harvey Barnes pulled one back for the hosts in the 84th minute, but it was merely a consolation.
For Everton, the win offers a confidence boost after their heavy defeat to VfB Stuttgart, showing sharper finishing and control for large stretches. Newcastle, fresh off a win over Valencia, will have more to ponder defensively as they head toward the new season.
Match Events
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Head to Head
25
Newcastle United wins
15
Draws
32
Everton wins
Goals: 92 - 108
