Newcastle v Everton – Line-ups, stats and preview

Match preview for Newcastle v Everton

Newcastle host Everton at St James’ Park this Sunday as the Magpies chase Champions League football.

Eddie Howe’s side know that victory on the final day would secure their place in next season’s competition, but any stumble could see them slip out of the coveted top five.

Newcastle are well positioned, having put together an impressive run of six straight home wins in the league.

Their last final-day clash against Everton, didn’t go to plan. Back in the 2011-12 season, they needed a win at Goodison Park to sneak into the top four, only to be beaten 3-1 by David Moyes’ Toffees.

Everton have fared poorly at St James’ Park in recent seasons, taking just one point from their last four trips. However, they did manage to secure a point on their most recent visit, holding Newcastle to a draw thanks to Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s late penalty.

While there’s no threat of relegation for the visitors, Everton have the chance to finish the campaign with three consecutive wins – a feat they haven’t achieved since the 1980s.

Eddie Howe on Alexander Isak:

"Alex is doing okay, hasn’t trained with us yet but has made good progress. Next few days will be crucial to his availability for the weekend. There is a chance, we will only play him if he is fit to contribute. We will leave the decision on Alex… pic.twitter.com/ne31RqOlEE

— Newcastle United (@NUFC) May 23, 2025

Team news for Newcastle v Everton

Alexander Isak sat out the loss to Arsenal due to muscle stiffness, but Howe is hopeful he will be fit to start in this crucial game. If not, Callum Wilson, who has a strong scoring record against Everton, is likely to step in.

Kieran Trippier is a doubt as he recovers from a calf strain, while Lewis Hall, Joelinton and Matt Targett remain sidelined.

For Everton, Jarrad Branthwaite’s hamstring problem rules him out, as does James Tarkowski, meaning Michael Keane will likely continue in defence.

Captain Seamus Coleman’s injury has ended his season, and there’s no place for loan players Jesper Lindstrom and Orel Mangala.

Expected line-ups for Newcastle v Everton

Newcastle: Pope; Schar, Botman, Burn; Murphy, Bruno Guimaraes, Tonali, Livramento; Gordon, Isak, Barnes

Everton: Joao Virginia; Young, O’Brien, Keane, Mykolenko; Alcaraz, Gueye, Garner, McNeil, Ndiaye; Beto

How to watch Newcastle v Everton: TV and streaming

Newcastle v Everton will kick-off at 4pm on Sunday but is not available to watch in the UK.

The stats for Newcastle v Everton

• Newcastle have won their last six home league matches.
• The Magpies have lost just twice in their last 10 Premier League games.
• Everton have claimed two wins in a row but haven’t won three straight in the top flight since the 1980s.
• Newcastle have won eight of their last 10 matches on the final day of the season.
• Everton have won only once on the final day since 2016.

Access Goodison: The Finale. 🥺💙

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— Everton (@Everton) May 19, 2025

Prediction

Newcastle have shown they can deliver when it counts, and this home finale should be no exception.

Everton have little to play for and might struggle to match the Magpies’ intensity.

Newcastle 2-0 Everton

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