Match Information
Match Overview
Newcastle welcome Everton to St. James' Park for this Regular Season Matchday 28 encounter, with both teams occupying mid-table positions but harboring different ambitions for the remainder of the campaign. The Magpies currently sit 11th with 36 points from 27 games, while the Toffees are just ahead in 9th place on 37 points from the same number of matches, making this a crucial fixture in the battle for upper mid-table respectability.
The injury situation presents a significant subplot, with Newcastle missing several key players including Bruno Guimarães to muscle injury, adding to their existing defensive concerns with Emil Krafth and Tino Livramento also sidelined. Fabian Schär's ankle injury further depletes their defensive options, while Lewis Miley's knee problem reduces midfield depth. For Everton, Jack Grealish's foot injury represents their most notable absentee, though their squad appears in better physical condition overall.
Recent form patterns reveal contrasting trajectories between these sides. Newcastle's statistics show a balanced record of 10 wins, 6 draws, and 11 losses across 27 games, but their recent European exploits, including a comprehensive 6-1 victory over Qarabag away and a narrow 3-2 home win in the return leg, suggest renewed confidence. However, their Premier League form has been more erratic, with defensive frailties exposed in recent outings. Everton's away record of 6 wins from 13 games demonstrates their capability on the road, though consistency remains elusive.
The head-to-head record heavily favors Newcastle in recent encounters, particularly the emphatic 4-1 victory at Goodison Park earlier this season. This psychological advantage, combined with home support, could prove decisive in what promises to be a closely contested affair between two evenly matched sides seeking to climb the table.
Predicted Lineups
Newcastle
Ramsdale; Trippier, Thiaw, Burn, Murphy; Joelinton, Tonali, Woltemade; Elanga, Osula, Gordon
Everton
Pickford; Garner, Tarkowski, Keane, Branthwaite; Gueye, Iroegbunam; Ndiaye, Dewsbury-Hall, Armstrong; Barry
Team Form Analysis
Newcastle
Newcastle Form Analysis
Newcastle's recent form presents a tale of contrasting fortunes across different competitions. Their European campaign has been particularly impressive, highlighted by the outstanding 6-1 demolition of Qarabag away from home, demonstrating their capability to perform at the highest level when confidence is high. The subsequent 3-2 home victory in the return leg further emphasized their attacking prowess, with the team showing resilience to overcome early deficits.
However, their Premier League form tells a more complicated story. The statistics reveal a team capable of both brilliance and frustration, with their 38 goals scored in 27 league games suggesting decent attacking output, but the 39 conceded highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. Recent domestic results have been mixed, including heavy defeats to Liverpool and Manchester City, but also encouraging victories against quality opposition like the 3-1 triumph at Aston Villa in the FA Cup and the 2-1 away win at Tottenham.
The injury absence of Bruno Guimarães represents a significant blow to their midfield creativity and control, while defensive injuries to Krafth, Livramento, and Schär have forced tactical adjustments. Eddie Howe's side has shown they can adapt, but consistency remains the key challenge as they seek to build momentum in the final stretch of the season.
Everton
Everton Form Analysis
Everton's form under Leighton Baines has shown signs of gradual improvement, though inconsistency continues to plague their campaign. Their away record of 6 wins from 13 games actually represents a positive aspect of their season, suggesting they possess the mental fortitude to compete away from their temporary home venue. The recent 2-1 victories at Fulham and away to Aston Villa demonstrate their ability to secure crucial results against quality opposition.
Defensively, Everton have been relatively solid with 31 goals conceded in 27 games, a respectable record that has kept them competitive in most fixtures. However, their attacking output of 29 goals highlights the ongoing struggle to create and convert chances consistently. The 1-0 defeat to Manchester United in their most recent outing exemplified this issue, where they competed well but lacked the cutting edge in the final third.
The team's form shows resilience in adversity, with several comeback victories and hard-fought draws against stronger opposition. Their 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth represents a disappointing result against similar-level opposition, but the overall trajectory suggests a team finding its identity under new management. The absence of Jack Grealish reduces their creative options, but the core of the squad remains intact and capable of causing problems for any opponent when performing at their best.
Head-to-Head
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Recent Meetings
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-29 | Everton | 1 - 4 | Newcastle |
| 2025-05-25 | Newcastle | 0 - 1 | Everton |
| 2024-10-05 | Everton | 0 - 0 | Newcastle |
| 2024-04-02 | Newcastle | 1 - 1 | Everton |
| 2023-12-07 | Everton | 3 - 0 | Newcastle |
| 2023-04-27 | Everton | 1 - 4 | Newcastle |
| 2022-10-19 | Newcastle | 1 - 0 | Everton |
| 2022-03-17 | Everton | 1 - 0 | Newcastle |
| 2022-02-08 | Newcastle | 3 - 1 | Everton |
| 2021-01-30 | Everton | 0 - 2 | Newcastle |
Memorable Matches
The recent history between Newcastle and Everton has produced several memorable encounters that highlight the competitive nature of this fixture. The most recent meeting at Goodison Park earlier this season stands out as a comprehensive 4-1 victory for Newcastle, showcasing their attacking firepower and tactical superiority on the day. This result marked a significant statement of intent from Eddie Howe's side and demonstrated the gulf in quality when both teams are at their respective levels.
Going back further, the dramatic encounters of recent seasons have often been characterized by late goals and momentum shifts. The 1-1 draw at St. James' Park in April 2024 exemplified the competitive balance between these sides, with both teams creating chances but unable to find a decisive breakthrough. Newcastle's 1-0 victory in October 2022 at home was notable for its defensive solidity and clinical finishing, traits that have defined many meetings between these clubs.
Perhaps most memorable was Newcastle's emphatic 4-1 victory at Goodison Park in April 2023, which came during a crucial period in both teams' seasons and highlighted Newcastle's superior squad depth and tactical flexibility under pressure situations.
Venue Factor
St. James' Park has traditionally been a fortress for Newcastle, with the passionate Geordie support creating an intimidating atmosphere that can lift the home team and unsettle visiting sides. The stadium's unique architecture and proximity of fans to the pitch generates an intensity that few venues in the Premier League can match, particularly for crucial fixtures where every point matters.
Newcastle's home record this season shows 7 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses from 13 games, indicating a decent but not dominant home advantage. However, the recent European nights have rekindled the special atmosphere that St. James' Park is famous for, with the 3-2 victory over Qarabag demonstrating how the crowd can inspire comeback performances.
For Everton, playing away from their traditional Goodison Park home continues to present challenges in terms of creating a consistent away identity. Their 6 wins from 13 away games actually represents a solid return, suggesting they have adapted well to life on the road. However, the hostile environment of St. James' Park, combined with recent head-to-head dominance favoring Newcastle, creates additional pressure that could influence key moments in what promises to be a closely contested encounter.
Injury Concerns
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