Everton vs Newcastle Preview

• Draw or Everton win
• McNeil to score or assist

Everton’s Goodison Park Revival and Positive Momentum

After a challenging start to the season that saw Everton lose their opening four Premier League matches, the mood around Goodison Park has shifted significantly.

Positive news regarding a potential takeover has been complemented by an upturn in form, as the Toffees have collected four points from their last two league outings.

Their most recent victory was a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace, marking Everton’s sixth win in their last eight Premier League home matches (L2).

This solid run of form at Goodison Park, which began in early April, has seen Everton collect 18 points at home—the most by any Premier League side during that period.

Sean Dyche’s men will look to extend that record against a Newcastle team that endured their heaviest away defeat at Everton last season (3-0).

Newcastle’s Struggles at Goodison and Need for Improvement on the Road

Newcastle have historically struggled at Goodison Park, with only three wins in their last 20 Premier League visits (D5, L12).

This tough H2H record could play on the minds of Eddie Howe’s side, especially as they are coming off a midweek 1-0 EFL Cup win over Wimbledon, a match where they fielded a much-changed starting XI.

The condensed schedule may leave Newcastle with less preparation time for this Premier League clash.

However, despite the challenges, Newcastle have started the season well overall, picking up 11 points from six matches (W3, D2, L1), which is their best start since the 2011/12 campaign.

Howe will be looking to improve the club’s away form, as they have won only one of their four trips this season in 90 minutes (D2, L1).

Their tendency to concede early will be a concern, having allowed goals before half-time in each of their three away Premier League games so far.

Key Players to Watch

Dwight McNeil (Everton)

McNeil played a pivotal role in Everton’s recent win over Crystal Palace, netting a second-half brace.

The winger has been in fantastic form, directly contributing to six goals in his last six appearances (G4, A2), making him a key player for the Toffees as they look to maintain their home dominance.

Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle)

While not necessarily a direct goal threat, Guimarães has been a constant presence in Newcastle’s midfield. Notably, he has drawn more fouls than any other Premier League player coming into the weekend (24), disrupting the rhythm of opponents.

Teammate Anthony Gordon is also among the most fouled players, highlighting Newcastle’s ability to trouble defenses and win set-piece opportunities.

Everton’s Home Dominance vs Newcastle’s Away Struggles

• Everton’s home form: Six wins in their last eight Premier League home matches (L2), and the most points collected at home since April.
• Newcastle’s struggles at Goodison Park: Only three wins from their last 20 league visits (D5, L12), with a comprehensive 3-0 defeat last season.
• Newcastle’s away record this season: One win in four away trips across all competitions (D2, L1), conceding early in each of their three away Premier League matches.

Conclusion

Everton will be looking to build on their strong home form and take advantage of their recent momentum to secure another win at Goodison Park.

Newcastle, while strong overall this season, have struggled on the road and will be aiming to improve their away record and break their poor run of results at Everton’s ground.

With both teams having something to prove, this match is set up to be a competitive and tightly contested affair.

Prediction: Everton to extend their home success with a narrow victory, capitalizing on Newcastle’s vulnerability to conceding early goals and their historical struggles at Goodison Park.

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