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Newcastle United Host Everton in Quick-Fire Rematch at St. James' Park
Just four days after their EFL Cup clash, Matthias Jaissle's Magpies aim for revenge against David Moyes' Everton on Monday night.
A rapid rematch closes out Premier League Matchweek 9 on Monday evening as Newcastle United welcome Everton to St. James' Park. The fixture comes just four days after the Toffees recorded a 3-1 victory over the Magpies in the fourth round of the EFL Cup at Hill Dickinson Stadium, handing Matthias Jaissle's side a premature knockout exit.
Recent Form and Standings Context
Newcastle United enter Monday's fixture sitting 12th in the Premier League standings with 11 points from eight matches (3 wins, 2 draws, 3 losses). Before their midweek cup defeat, Newcastle secured a 2-0 away victory against Crystal Palace in Matchweek 8, though they previously suffered league losses to Aston Villa (1-0) and Coventry City (4-1).
Everton reside in 14th place with 10 points from eight league games (2 wins, 4 draws, 2 losses). In Premier League action, David Moyes' team is seeking to bounce back from consecutive 2-0 defeats against Chelsea and Arsenal, having previously drawn 2-2 against Hull and beaten Ipswich 1-0.
Recent Head-to-Head History
In the last five meetings between these two sides listed across all competitions, Everton hold the advantage with four wins to Newcastle's one. Alongside Thursday's 3-1 EFL Cup win, Everton won 3-2 at St. James' Park in their previous Premier League encounter in February 2026, a 3-1 club friendly in August 2026, and a 1-0 league clash in May 2025. Newcastle's sole victory in this span was a 4-1 league win at Everton in November 2025.
Key Players and Tactical Outlook
For Newcastle, winger Harvey Barnes remains a focal attacking presence, having registered two goals and 13 key passes in league action, while Jacob Murphy provides width alongside midfield orchestrator Nico Gonzalez. Up front, William Osula and Yoane Wissa offer dynamic option for Jaissle's 4-2-3-1 setup.
Everton's attack will be led by forward Thierno Barry, who has scored three goals in league play and netted again in Thursday's cup triumph. Midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall key creative contributor with 18 key passes this season, supported in midfield by James Garner and Hayden Hackney under David Moyes' structured system.
Match Prediction and Expectations
With Newcastle aiming to correct defensive vulnerabilities after conceding 14 goals in eight league games, St. James' Park will demand an aggressive response. Everton's compact defensive base and counter-attacking threat promise a competitive contest, with a tight 1-1 draw or narrow home victory anticipated as both sides battle for middle-table momentum.
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