Newcastle United vs Everton
Two Premier League clubs itching to get back into the European football mix will face off this weekend, as Newcastle United host Everton at St. James’ Park on Saturday evening. The hosts are 11th in the English top-flight standings with 36 points, while the visitors are two notches above them with 37 points.
Both teams are coming off losses, so they’re eager to bounce back. Because they’re at least eight points behind sixth place, Newcastle United and Everton are desperate to tack on as many points as they can.
The Magpies have lost four of their last five league games. However, they are through to the Champions League Round of 16 after defeating Qarabag in the knockout play-offs via a 9-2 aggregate, while the Toffees have lost back-to-back games against Bournemouth (2-1) and Manchester United (1-0).
This is definitely a huge match for both sides, and SBOTOP has the preview.
Talking Points
Newcastle United finding the right midfield mix
Newcastle United’s midfield was dealt a massive blow after they confirmed that Bruno Guimaraes is out of action until April due to a hamstring injury he sustained in their 2-1 away win against Tottenham on February 10. The Brazilian maestro is their top scorer and playmaker this season, with nine goals and four assists.
Since then, head coach Eddie Howe has tried to mix things up in the middle of the park. Sandro Tonali shouldered more workload, with Joe Willock as Guimaraes’ replacement. Jacob Ramsey, Joelinton, and even Nick Woltemade have also spent time as Newcastle United’s third starting midfielder, which has produced mixed results.
Tonali has certainly stepped up in Guimaraes’ absence. His brace helped Newcastle United secure a comeback win over Aston Villa in the FA Cup fourth round, and the Italian midfielder also scored their first goal to close out Qarabag in the second leg of their Champions League knockout play-off tie. Ramsey had a hamstring scare in the same game, but he’s cleared to play on Saturday and will likely join Tonali in the middle of the park.
Anthony Gordon, Yoane Wissa, Anthony Elanga, and Lewis Hall were on the bench yesterday, so they might reclaim their starting spots against the Toffees.
Ndiaye tries to keep Everton afloat
Iliman Ndiaye is expected to shoulder a huge workload for Everton’s attack in the next few weeks after it was confirmed that their top assists man, Jack Grealish (six), is ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a stress fracture in his foot. Charly Alcaraz is also out for a few weeks after suffering an injury in training.
Ndiaye is the Toffees’ joint-top scorer alongside Thierno Barry and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall with five goals, and he also has two assists. The Senegalese forward was Everton’s bright spot in their recent narrow loss against Manchester United, as he completed eight successful dribbles, the most in a single Premier League match so far this season.
History
Newcastle United won 4-1 against Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium last November, as Malick Thiaw (brace), Lewis Miley, and Nick Woltemade were on the scoresheet for the Magpies, while Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall scored the consolation goal for the Toffees. That result ended Newcastle United’s long wait of 236 days for an away win, and it was Everton’s third loss at their new home.
The Magpies are aiming to complete the Premier League double over the Toffees for the sixth time. The last time they did it was in 2022-23.
Everton have won the second-most away points in the Premier League since David Moyes’ first away game back in charge in January last year (38). Newcastle United have lost their last two Premier League games at St. James’ Park.
Betting Tip
The Premier League 2026 odds expect Newcastle United to take maximum points against Everton on Saturday. Because they’re playing at home, the Magpies are 1.78 favourites, whereas the Toffees are 3.97 underdogs, and a draw is at 3.49 in the 1X2 market.
While their reverse fixture featured numerous goals, Premier League 2026 highlights might be limited this time, based on their recent history. Besides going for a Magpies home victory, bettors may also consider adding Under 3.00 at 1.65, Under 2.75 at 1.88, Under 2.50 at 2.13, and even Total Goals 0-1 at 3.52 to the parlay.
However, if you fancy another high-scoring match, check out the Correct Score of 4-1 in favour of Newcastle United – the result of their previous encounter – which is quite a long shot at 32.00.
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