Everton claimed a valuable 1-0 victory over Newcastle United at St James’ Park on Monday night, November 2, 2026, with Thierno Barry scoring the decisive goal to condemn the hosts to another disappointing Premier League defeat.
The victory marked Everton’s first away league win of the season and completed an impressive double over Newcastle within four days, following their 3-1 Carabao Cup victory over the same opponents last Thursday.
Barry’s 49th-minute strike proved the difference in a closely contested encounter, as David Moyes’ side produced a disciplined performance to silence the home supporters and secure all three points.
For Newcastle, the defeat represented another frustrating evening under manager Matthias Jaissle, with the Magpies struggling to translate their possession into meaningful attacking opportunities.
Barry makes the difference after the break
The opening half offered little in terms of clear-cut scoring opportunities, although Everton looked the more threatening side as the contest progressed.
Newcastle attempted to make use of their home advantage, with Harvey Barnes providing attacking energy down the left flank. However, Everton’s defensive organisation limited the hosts’ opportunities.
Joelinton tested the Everton defence with an effort from distance, while Merlin Röhl also fired over the crossbar for the visitors.
Everton, meanwhile, came close through Jake O’Brien and Harrison Armstrong, but neither could find the breakthrough before the interval.
The decisive moment arrived four minutes after the restart.
A quickly taken free-kick from Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall released Tyrique George, who drove towards the Newcastle penalty area before sending a low effort towards goal.
Newcastle goalkeeper Lukáš Horníček failed to deal with the attempt cleanly, allowing the ball to slip underneath him.
Barry reacted quickest to the loose ball, tapping it into an unguarded net to give Everton a 1-0 lead.
The goal was subjected to a VAR review for potential offside offences, but the decision stood, sparking celebrations among the travelling Everton supporters.
Newcastle struggle to find an equaliser
Trailing by a goal, Newcastle attempted to increase their attacking intensity, but Everton remained organised and difficult to break down.
The hosts’ best opportunity to draw level came in the 66th minute when Anthony Elanga connected with a Harvey Barnes cross at the far post.
His effort struck the post and travelled dangerously across the goal line before Everton managed to clear the danger.
Jordan Pickford also played an important role in preserving Everton’s advantage, producing crucial interventions as Newcastle pushed forward.
Substitute Yoane Wissa threatened late in the match, but Pickford produced an excellent save with his feet in the 90th minute to deny the striker.
The Everton goalkeeper’s late intervention proved particularly important as the visitors defended their narrow advantage through eight minutes of added time.
Ramsey sent off as Newcastle frustration grows
Newcastle’s difficult evening ended on an even sourer note when substitute Jacob Ramsey was sent off deep into stoppage time.
The midfielder received two yellow cards within approximately 86 seconds, reducing the hosts to 10 men in the closing moments.
His dismissal compounded an already disappointing performance, with sections of the Newcastle supporters expressing their frustration by booing the team at both half-time and the final whistle.
Manager Matthias Jaissle acknowledged the supporters’ disappointment, admitting that his side had failed to deliver the performance expected of them.
He also pointed to a lack of confidence and the team’s inability to show sufficient bravery in possession as areas requiring improvement.
Premier League table implications
The result had an immediate impact on the Premier League standings.
Everton climbed to seventh place with 13 points, moving two points ahead of Newcastle, who dropped to 13th position with 11 points.
For Moyes, the victory offers renewed momentum as Everton look to establish themselves in the upper half of the table.
Newcastle, on the other hand, must address their recent inconsistency after suffering four defeats in their last five matches across all competitions.
Their struggles at St James’ Park will also be a concern, particularly given the expectations surrounding the club and the support they enjoy at home.
Everton will look to build on their impressive result when they welcome Coventry City in their next Premier League fixture on Friday.
Newcastle face an away trip to Fulham on Saturday, with Jaissle needing an improved performance from his players to arrest the team’s disappointing run.
The Magpies will also be without Ramsey following his dismissal.
Ultimately, Monday night’s encounter was a reminder of football’s fine margins. While Newcastle struggled to make their home advantage count, Everton capitalised on a defensive mistake, defended resolutely and left Tyneside with three valuable points.
For Barry, it was another important goal. For Moyes, it was a statement victory. And for Newcastle, it was another evening that raised questions about their current form.
