In their first win of the season, Everton will look to capitalize on the momentum as they prepare to face Newcastle United at Goodison Park on Saturday.
While Everton has started the season poorly, Newcastle has been enjoying their best form in the top flight for over a decade.
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The return of Jarrad Branthwaite was crucial for Everton in their last game, as they were able to comfortably secure the win. This victory comes after a series of disappointing results where Everton squandered leads against teams like Bournemouth and Aston Villa. The win against Newcastle will relieve some pressure on manager Sean Dyche, especially with the impending takeover at the club. Everton’s position outside the relegation zone is a positive change, but they will need to continue their good form to avoid slipping back into trouble.
With a strong home record, Everton will aim to take advantage of playing at Goodison Park, where they have won six of their last eight matches. Their home form has been impressive, earning more points than any other Premier League club since April.
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Under Eddie Howe, Newcastle have had mixed results against Everton, with a recent 4-1 win overshadowed by defeats in other matches. Despite their struggles, Newcastle have historically performed well against Everton, winning five of their last six encounters before last season. However, Everton managed to salvage a point in their last meeting thanks to Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s late penalty.
Newcastle should approach the game with confidence, as their start to the season has been promising, earning 11 points from their first six matches – their best start in the Premier League since 2011.
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With both teams looking to build on recent successes, the Everton vs. Newcastle clash promises to be an exciting and closely contested match.