Everton win 1-0 at Newcastle, their second win over Newcastle in five days
Thierno Barry scored four minutes after half-time, tapping in after Newcastle goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek parried a Tyrique George shot, as Everton won 1-0 at St James' Park on Monday. It came five days after Everton knocked Newcastle out of the League Cup 3-1. AFP reports Newcastle have lost four of their last five matches in all competitions, fans booed at half-time and full time, and manager Matthias Jaissle is under mounting scrutiny.
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Why it matters
Everton have now beaten Newcastle twice in five days, 3-1 in the League Cup and 1-0 in the Premier League. AFP reports Newcastle have lost four of their last five matches in all competitions, putting manager Matthias Jaissle under mounting scrutiny in his first season.
What to watch
AFP reports Newcastle play at Fulham on Saturday.
Sources
- AFP via Yahoo Sports: Everton beat Newcastle to pile pressure on Jaissle
- Goal: Thierno Barry winner as Everton beat Newcastle
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