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Thierno Barry has scored six goals for Everton this season At a glance Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite opens scoring with first goal of season Jacob Ramsey equalises thanks to deflected effort Everton reclaim lead when Beto taps home following Nick Pope error Jacob Murphy volley draws Newcastle level Substitute Thierno Barry responds immediately with late winner PLAYER RATER Substitute Thierno Barry scored a dramatic late winner as Everton stunned Newcastle United in the Premier League to maintain their push for a European place. Everton manager David Moyes insisted beforehand that his side were not about to give up on their dream of qualifying for the Europa League or the Europa Conference League, but the Scot acknowledged they needed to "win some really big games on the journey". This trip to St James' Park certainly fitted the bill and Everton rose to the occasion - just as they have so many times on the road this season. Even when it looked like Everton might have to settle for a share of the spoils after winger Jacob Murphy drew Newcastle level in the 82nd minute, Barry stepped up with a close-range effort to leave Moyes punching the air on the touchline. Moyes reacted similarly after defender Jarrad Branthwaite opened the scoring with a glancing header at the near post in this topsy-turvy clash after stealing a march on marker Sandro Tonali to get on the end of James Garner's corner. Disjointed Newcastle found a way to equalise after Jacob Ramsey's shot took a deflection off the sliding Branthwaite and looped over goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. But Newcastle were only level for a couple of minutes after keeper Nick Pope spilled Dwight Mc Neil's swerving long-range effort, and Beto reacted quickest to tap home on the rebound. It was the perfect way for Beto to repay the faith of Moyes after being handed his first start since December. Newcastle, who were fresh from booking their place in the last 16 of the Champions League in midweek, looked stunned. Head coach Eddie Howe demanded a response after the break as he turned to his bench, and substitute Murphy drew his side level with a deflected volley from Joelinton's scooped cross. But Everton showed their powers of recovery once again to immediately retake the lead after the falling Barry managed to connect with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall's cross. The visitors managed to see the game out after Pickford made a flying save to palm Tonali's volley on to the crossbar. They move up to eighth in the table, while Newcastle stay 12th. This video can not be played Branthwaite to give 'best shot' at making World Cup squad There was understandably plenty of chatter before this game about Newcastle's mouth-watering upcoming Champions League tie against Barcelona. But this was a huge game in its own right. Howe's side are running out of matches to kickstart their league season, yet you would not have known it judging by this display. Howe made six changes following the win against Qarabag this week, but too many square pegs were placed into round holes as Joelinton was shifted out to the left, Nick Woltemade dropped into midfield and Anthony Gordon led the line. It was rather telling that Howe moved the trio back into their natural roles after a poor opening half an hour. The tweaks paid dividends when Ramsey drew Newcastle level, and the midfielder did not even celebrate as he led his team-mates back into their half for a quick restart. But any semblance of momentum quickly evaporated - not for the first time this season. There is a reason this leaky side have now conceded 23 goals in all competitions since they last kept a clean sheet last month. Having found a way to draw level again, through Murphy, Newcastle quickly fell behind once again. It brought back memories of a bruising 3-2 defeat against Brentford at this stadium earlier this month. Just like that evening, there were a smattering of boos at full-time. This domestic campaign is going up in smoke following a damaging run of five defeats in six games. This video can not be played 'It's not a good look' - Howe calls for accountability Everton's strikers have not exactly been prolific this season. Beto has netted five goals in all competitions, while Barry has bagged six after only finding his shooting boots in recent months. But this was an afternoon when the pair delivered for their side. Just as Moyes got the reaction he wanted from Beto on a rare start, so too did he when Barry came off the bench to score the winner. It was not necessarily a vintage finish, but the substitute gambled and was in the right place at the right time to get some form of contact on Dewsbury-Hall's delivery to the back post to send the Everton supporters bouncing in delight. The travelling support have certainly been rewarded for their trips up and down the country. In fact, only Premier League leaders Arsenal have picked up more points (29) on the road than resilient Everton (24). After successive home defeats against Manchester United and Bournemouth, this was the perfect response from Everton. This video can not be played Pickford save 'out of this world' - Moyes Newcastle welcome Manchester United to St James' Park on Wednesday before another home game against Manchester City in the FA Cup fifth round on 7 March. Everton host Burnley at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Tuesday before travelling to Arsenal on 15 March. Have your say on Newcastle's performance What did you make of Everton's display? After the opportunity to rate players has closed, the score displayed represents the average from all the submissions by BBC Sport users. Comments can not be loaded To load Comments you need to enable Java Script in your browser Last Updated 28th February 2026 at 18: 18 Please Note: All times UK. Tables are subject to change. The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made. Manager: Eddie Howe Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 Manager: David Moyes Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 Manager: Eddie Howe Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 Manager: David Moyes Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 Newcastle Newcastle United Everton Everton High chance of scoring Medium chance of scoring Low chance of scoring Dominant period Match momentum measures the swing of the match by comparing each team’s threat to see who is more likely to score within that minute. The momentum value is the difference between each team’s most dangerous moment, or team threat, in that minute. Match momentum measures the swing of the match by comparing each team’s threat to see who is more likely to score within that minute. The momentum value is the difference between each team’s most dangerous moment, or team threat, in that minute. 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Only against Spurs (7) have the Magpies done so against a side that many times. Everton won this exact fixture 1-0 last season, last winning away at Newcastle in consecutive seasons in 2012-13/2013-14. Newcastle have lost four of their last five Premier League matches (W1), with no side losing more since MD23. Everton have won the second most away points in the Premier League since David Moyes’ first away game back in charge in January last year (38), while they are one of two sides to concede fewer than a goal per away game in that time (18 in 22), along with Arsenal (18 in 23). Newcastle are averaging just 1. 33 points per game in the Premier League this season, their lowest ratio in a season under Eddie Howe. It’s Howe’s lowest since taking 34 points in 38 games with Bournemouth in 2019-20 (0. 89) as the Cherries were relegated in 18th. Newcastle United have lost their last two Premier League home matches, defeats to Aston Villa and Brentford. The Magpies haven’t lost three in a row since January/February 2021 under Steve Bruce. Everton have lost their last two Premier League games (v Bournemouth and Manchester United), while they haven’t lost three in a row since January 2025 (3 – two under Sean Dyche, one under David Moyes). The last time the Toffees suffered three consecutive league defeats under David Moyes was in October 2011. Only Burnley (10) have conceded more first half Premier League goals in 2026 so far than Newcastle (9 in 8 games) and only the Clarets (28) and Wolves (22) have faced more shots on target than they have (20). They only conceded nine first half goals in 30 matches between March and December 2025. Jacob Ramsey has a goal (vs Spurs) and assist (vs Man City) across his last two Premier League appearances for Newcastle. Only once previously has he scored or assisted in three in a row, doing so for Aston Villa in May 2023. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has the most goal involvements (4) for Everton in Premier League away games this season (3 goals, 1 assist), with the Toffees winning all three away matches in which he has either scored and/or assisted (v Wolves, Manchester United and Fulham). Attempt missed. Yoane Wissa (Newcastle United) header from the centre of the box misses to the left. Attempt blocked. Harvey Barnes (Newcastle United) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Assisted by Sandro Tonali. Attempt blocked. Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United) left footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Assisted by Joe Willock. Substitution, Newcastle United. Yoane Wissa replaces Kieran Trippier. Substitution, Everton. Thierno Barry replaces Beto. Attempt missed. Joe Willock (Newcastle United) right footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the right. Assisted by Harvey Barnes. Attempt missed. Harvey Barnes (Newcastle United) right footed shot from the left side of the box is high and wide to the right following a set piece situation. James Garner (Everton) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul. Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United) wins a free kick in the attacking half. Foul by James Garner (Everton). Beto (Everton) hits the bar with a right footed shot from the centre of the box. Assisted by Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall following a fast break. Attempt blocked. Jacob Murphy (Newcastle United) left footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Assisted by Kieran Trippier. Kieran Trippier (Newcastle United) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Foul by Iliman Ndiaye (Everton). Joe Willock (Newcastle United) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul. Foul by Joe Willock (Newcastle United). Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (Everton) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Attempt blocked. Malick Thiaw (Newcastle United) left footed shot from very close range is blocked. Attempt saved. Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United) left footed shot from the right side of the box is saved in the centre of the goal by Jordan Pickford (Everton). Corner, Newcastle United. Conceded by Jarrad Branthwaite. Copyright © 2026 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.