Thierno Barry’s Strike Fires Everton to New Win Over Newcastle

Key Takeaways:

• Thierno Barry netted in the 49th minute to secure Everton a 1-0 win at Newcastle, ending a nine-match Premier League away drought
• The victory is Everton’s second over Newcastle within five days, following a 3-1 Carabao Cup triumph
• Newcastle have suffered their fourth defeat in five games, slipping to 13th, as Jacob Ramsey was dismissed late on

Strategic Edge After Recent Encounter

Coming off the back of a 3-1 Carabao Cup victory over Newcastle United four days earlier, Everton arrived at St James’ Park determined to repeat their success and arrest a nine-game winless run on their league travels. The familiarity between the sides was evident from the outset, but it was the visitors who seized the initiative in the early stages.

Despite enjoying much of the possession, Everton initially failed to test Magpies goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek. Newcastle nearly struck first after 17 minutes when Dan Burn – responsible for the home side’s consolation goal in their midweek meeting – narrowly missed with a header at the far post from a corner. Everton threatened in reply, seeing Merlin Rohl blaze over, before Thierno Barry squandered a close-range chance with only Hornicek to beat.

The first time was so nice, we had to do it twice. ✌️🔵 https://t.co/H46ZrJOHVm

— Everton (@Everton) November 2, 2026

Missed Chances and Growing Frustration

The hosts’ rhythm eluded them for much of the first half, with anxiety simmering amongst the St James’ Park faithful. Newcastle’s best moment before the break came courtesy of Joelinton, whose swerving strike arrowed just wide five minutes from half time. Everton themselves went close during first-half stoppage time as Harrison Armstrong sliced off target from twelve yards, reflecting a cagey and uneventful opening 45 minutes in which neither team registered a shot on target – continuing Everton’s trend of low-scoring first halves in the league this season.

Breakthrough and Defensive Resolve

The deadlock was finally broken four minutes after the interval. Tyrique George’s speculative shot slipped through the gloves of Hornicek, presenting Barry with an opportunity he duly converted for his eighth goal of the season in all competitions. Notably, Barry brought his tally to three goals against Newcastle in as many successive fixtures.

Everton sought to consolidate their lead. Jarrad Branthwaite forced a save from Hornicek, who was then alert to tip Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s curling shot over the bar, and quickly denied Jake O’Brien during the ensuing corner. The Magpies pushed for a leveller, their closest effort coming when Anthony Elanga slid in at the back post, only for the ball to bounce agonisingly across the goal line before being cleared. Jacob Ramsey later volleyed wide from distance, and Jordan Pickford made a vital block with his legs to deny Yoane Wissa in the closing minutes.

Late Drama and Final Standings

Newcastle’s frustrations culminated deep into stoppage time as Jacob Ramsey was dismissed after two quick bookings, compounding a disappointing evening for Matthias Jaissle’s side. This 1-0 defeat represented Newcastle’s fourth reverse in five outings (W1), and their 22nd loss in the past 33 Premier League matches held on a Monday (W7, D4). The Magpies drop to 13th in the table, while the Toffees surge seven places to seventh, having now recorded three consecutive league wins at St James’ Park – their first victorious visit here in the league since February.