Newcastle
EvertonBy Kelechi Balogun — Football expert specializing in European and American leagues
Newcastle and Everton ended the previous Premier League campaign as near-neighbors in the mid-table muddle, level on points and separated by nothing but goal difference. Yet, when these two have locked horns recently, the Merseysiders have held the upper hand, suffering just one defeat in their last six meetings. Now, with a new manager at the helm of the Magpies, the question is whether the balance of power is about to shift.
Newcastle have spent the summer orchestrating a major squad overhaul, cashing in on their most prized assets—Anthony Gordon, Bruno Guimarães, and Sandro Tonali all heading for the exit—while placing their faith in a crop of younger talents. The departure of Eddie Howe after five years at the helm paved the way for Matthias Jaissle, a coach well known to the club's Saudi owners. The German, who cut his teeth in the Red Bull system, kicked off his tenure at St James' Park with a friendly win over Valencia (2:1). Before his arrival, the black-and-whites had already played three warm-up matches against lower-league English opposition under Howe, with mixed outcomes: a 3:0 victory over Darlington, a 1:1 draw with Gateshead, and a 1:4 loss to Bristol City.
In the Valencia clash, the Tynesiders already showed the unmistakable fingerprints of a Jaissle side. Newcastle played with maximum verticality, pressing high and aggressively without the ball, desperate to regain possession in the shortest possible time. The standout performer in this system was Yoan Wissa, who bagged a brace. It's expected that the Congolese forward will become the centerpiece of this new project.
The Magpies have made five signings this window, yet only goalkeeper Lukáš Horníček is older than 20 (he's 24). None of the newcomers are obviously ready to shoulder the burden of leadership just yet. Still, Bazoumana Touré has already flashed impressive pace down the left flank, while Alaji Bamba looks to be a tenacious, physically imposing presence who can break up opposition attacks effectively.
Everton have become a permanent fixture in the lower half of the Premier League table, but they're not about to start flirting with relegation. Under David Moyes, the Toffees play a pragmatic, organized, and direct brand of football, with a heavy emphasis on defensive solidity. That's been enough to keep their heads above water, but their preseason form has been patchy, alternating between encouraging results and worrying ones. Notably, their last two outings against Bundesliga opposition saw them beat mid-table Hamburg (2:1) before falling to a far more ambitious Stuttgart side (3:1), who have once again qualified for the Champions League.
Just as in competitive fixtures, Moyes' men rarely dominate possession in friendlies, preferring a more direct and rapid transition from defense to attack, often launching long balls toward their physical forwards. The sheer volume of rotation typical of preseason has a major impact on the flow of these games. In Everton's matches, the second half tends to produce far more goals than the first—an average of 1.8 compared to just 0.6 before the interval.
Three of Everton's four summer signings have been aimed at strengthening the midfield. Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough and Christian Nørgaard from Arsenal are expected to provide a high work rate in the center of the park, linking defense and attack, while Merlin Röhl from Freiburg will take on the creative responsibilities further forward. Moyes' system should also benefit from the explosive runs of young Chelsea talent Tyrique George down the left wing.
Newcastle (4-3-3): Horníček – Shahar, Schär, Botman, Murphy – Ramsey, Bamba, Joelinton – Elanga, Wissa, Touré
Unavailable: Livramento (injury)
Head coach: Matthias Jaissle
Everton (4-2-3-1): Travers – O'Brien, Branthwaite, Keane, Mykolenko – Nørgaard, Hackney – Ndiaye, Röhl, George – Barry
Unavailable: Pickford (doubtful)
Head coach: David Moyes
Main prediction: Newcastle to win at 2.17
Even after selling three key players, Newcastle still boast a more talented and balanced squad, making them the rightful favorites here. Moreover, the new Tyneside style could prove particularly troublesome for this Everton side. When an opponent imposes aggressive, rapid counter-pressing, the Toffees often struggle to play out from the back. In such situations, their less technically gifted defenders frequently lose possession in dangerous areas or make poor decisions under pressure. We saw exactly that in their latest friendly against Stuttgart. So, the pick here is a Newcastle victory at 2.17.
Total goals prediction: While Everton started their preseason with some low-scoring affairs, both of their August matches against top-flight German clubs featured at least three goals. Newcastle, under Matthias Jaissle, also began with an over in the Valencia game. As a supplementary option, over 2.5 goals at 1.62 looks like a solid bet.
The editorial prediction is provided for informational purposes only and should not be treated as a direct call to action. Every reader should do their own analysis before deciding on a bet.
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Everton4-2-3-1Newcastle and Everton both getting on the scoresheet in this friendly — that’s the play at 1.55. I’m backing both teams to find the net without hesitation.
In three of Everton's most recent outings, the corner count has climbed past 10. That pattern alone gives me plenty of confidence to back the over on this total again. With the odds set at 3.14, I see clear value in expecting a similar outcome here for the Friendly match against Newcastle.
Newcastle and Everton are both from the Premier League, so I back over 2.5 goals in this friendly.
Newcastle and Everton are set for a friendly, and I can see this one finishing without a single yellow card. The match is just a warm-up, so the intensity should be low, and neither side will be looking to pick up needless bookings. With the referee likely to keep his cards in his pocket, a bet on zero yellow cards at 3.00 feels like the right call.
Newcastle and Everton are about to kick off a friendly, and I’m looking at the corner count. Over 9.5 corners at 2.31 is the bet I’m taking.
Both sides have been aggressive in their preseason games, pushing forward and forcing set pieces. With these two defenses not exactly airtight, I expect plenty of attacking action from both ends, which should rack up the corners.
Newcastle and Everton face off in a Club Friendly just days before the new season. Pre-season games rarely turn physical, and there's no reason for either side to rack up cards here. Backing under 2 yellow cards at 2.59 is the right call — this match should stay clean from start to finish.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a Club Friendly, and I'm backing both teams to find the net. The 1.56 odds make it a straightforward call.
Newcastle versus Everton in a friendly, and I like the look of over 3 goals at 2.10. Both sides should find the net, so the total going past three feels like the right call.
Newcastle and Everton are set for an open, attacking friendly, with defense taking a back seat. Since this match carries no tournament weight, the Magpies in particular will feel free to experiment and take risks.
That's why I'm backing both teams to find the net. With nothing at stake and both sides likely to push forward, a goal from each camp looks like the most natural outcome here.
Newcastle are the side I expect to come out on top in the yellow-card count. The betting line offers decent value at 2.70, and I'm backing the hosts to pick up more bookings than Everton in this friendly.
Newcastle get the win here. At 2.20, that’s the bet I’m taking.
Newcastle may be the bigger name in this friendly, but Everton have every chance of winning the corner count. I’m backing the visitors to take more corners here, and the odds of 2.15 make that a solid play.
Newcastle vs Everton in this preseason friendly looks like a level game, and I'm taking the 1:1 draw in regulation time. The Magpies are still trying to find themselves under Matthias Jaissle after moving on some key players — the new coach's side flashes quality in stretches but keeps leaking chances at the back. Everton have their own reasons to be cautious: David Moyes needs a reaction after the heavy defeat to Stuttgart, so expect a compact, pragmatic setup with Jordan Pickford restored in goal. Between the lineup experiments and tired legs at the end of camp, neither side has a decisive edge — the draw at 3.60 is the smart play.
Corners at 10.5 with a 3.14 price? That's a solid opportunity for this friendly. I'm expecting a quick, open game between Newcastle and Everton in this Club Friendly fixture. Both teams usually transition well during pre-season matches, and with nothing on the line, they tend to push forward rather than sit back. That kind of approach often leads to plenty of set-piece opportunities from broken plays and counter-attacks. It's a simple read: an open exhibition match should easily generate at least 11 corner kicks.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a Club Friendly, and the most likely outcome here is a draw. The 3.60 price on the stalemate offers solid value given the nature of preseason fixtures, where both sides are often focused on fitness and rotation rather than going all out for a win. I expect a tight, competitive match that ends level.
Friendly matches often lack the intensity of competitive fixtures, and this Newcastle–Everton clash should be no exception. With both sides likely focused on fitness rather than aggression, I see very few cards being shown. The Under 2.5 yellow cards line at 1.88 looks like a solid play for a preseason meeting.
Newcastle's injury list is no secret, but this friendly at home against Everton is still theirs to win. The quality on the pitch, even with absences, should be enough to secure a victory.
I'm backing the home side to get the job done at 2.20. The odds reflect the uncertainty around the lineup, but I believe Newcastle's depth and quality will prevail.
Everton are no pushovers. In this friendly against Newcastle, I see real value in backing the visitors with a handicap of 0 at 2.23 — they’re competitive enough to avoid defeat.
A draw is the most likely outcome when Newcastle meet Everton in this friendly. The 3.60 price on that result offers solid value, and I'm confident it will land.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a friendly, and I expect the visitors to sit deep and defend. That defensive approach usually leads to more fouls and bookings for the side playing second fiddle. That's why I'm backing Everton to pick up more yellow cards than Newcastle.
Newcastle's squad was gutted by sales—that's a clear warning sign. I'm backing Everton to win this friendly at 3.10.
Newcastle have sold off half their squad, so they’re going to be relying on set pieces more than ever. Against Everton in this friendly, I expect the hosts to push forward and earn plenty of corner opportunities. I’m backing Newcastle to get over 4.5 corners at 2.01.
Newcastle will be aggressive from the first whistle, and against an Everton defense that tends to buckle under pressure, expect the corners to pile up early. The set-piece volume should be high, making the line of 5 or more corners a very strong target.
With the odds just over 2.00, this is a solid value spot. Newcastle’s attacking style in preseason form lines up perfectly, so I’m backing them to easily clear 4.5 corners.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a Club Friendly, and I see this as one of the more promising betting angles for the match. Given the nature of pre-season fixtures, defensive solidity often takes a backseat to fitness and rotation, making goals a likely outcome.
I'm backing Over 2 goals in this game. The odds of 1.30 reflect a solid probability, and I believe the attacking intent from both sides will ensure at least three goals are scored.
Newcastle have the stronger squad, and I expect that to show even in a friendly. The odds of 2.25 for a home win offer good value here.
Over 8.5 corners is the play for this Club Friendly between Newcastle and Everton on August 12. I expect the match to produce at least nine corners, and the 1.80 odds make that a solid call.
Newcastle come into this friendly with a much more attack-minded setup than Everton. They've already breached the defenses of strong opponents twice this preseason, while the Toffees have looked disjointed in their summer friendlies, even slipping up against lower-division sides. The Magpies simply have more firepower going forward, and with Everton motivated to fine-tune their game before the season starts, backing Newcastle for the win makes the most sense.
Both teams are dealing with defensive issues, which points toward goals. Newcastle's last four friendlies have produced 13 goals combined, averaging 3.25 per match, and they've scored in every single one. Everton have found the net in 10 of their last 13 games, but their defense has conceded in three straight. With that kind of form on both sides, an over 2.5 goals bet and a likely goal exchange look very probable.
Newcastle and Everton are set for a low-scoring affair. I’m backing Under 2.5 goals here at a solid 2.12. These Club Friendlies often lack the intensity of competitive matches, and neither side is known for free-flowing attack in preseason. The odds offer real value for a tight, controlled game.
Over 1.5 goals in the second half looks like a solid play here. Newcastle and Everton both tend to play open, attacking football, so I expect plenty of goalmouth action after the break. The odds of 1.88 make this a strong value bet.
Both sides are in a friendly setting, which often means more space and fewer defensive concerns. With the way these teams are likely to push forward, a second half with two or more goals feels almost inevitable.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a Club Friendly, and I'm backing the home side to take the win here at odds of 2.26. Newcastle have looked sharp in their pre-season build-up, and playing at home should give them the edge against an Everton side still finding their rhythm. I expect the Magpies to control the tempo and turn their chances into goals, so betting on a home victory is the straightforward call.
Newcastle and Everton are facing off in a Club Friendly, and I'm going with the Over 2.5 total goals. Both teams usually come into preseason fixtures looking to push the pace and play some entertaining football. The odds here are worth taking.
Look at the Friendlies match between Newcastle and Everton. My bet is on Under 1 goal in the first half at 2.09. Everton's patterns are the key here — their matches consistently feature low first-half scoring, rarely exceeding a single goal.
Newcastle will take the win in this friendly against Everton. The odds at 2.24 look like good value for a straightforward home victory.
Newcastle takes on Everton in a Club Friendly, and I'm backing the hosts to get the win at odds of 2.17. After weighing it up, this is the play that makes the most sense to me.
This is a friendly match, so the defensive intensity will be low. I'm backing the over 2.5 goals line here. With both sides likely to rotate and take risks, three total goals feels like the most probable outcome.
Newcastle to win 2-1. I'm backing the Magpies to edge out Everton by that exact scoreline in their friendly. The odds of 8.50 are too good to pass up for a result that feels very plausible.
Newcastle and Everton are set to kick off this friendly at a fast tempo, with both sides looking to attack and create chances early. I expect the first half to produce at least two goals, making the over 1.5 a strong play at 2.41.
Newcastle vs. Everton in a Club Friendly, and I'm backing the Magpies to take the win. The odds are at 2.17, which feels like solid value for a team that should have the edge here. I see Newcastle getting the job done.
Newcastle get the win here. At 2.20, that’s the bet I’m taking.
Newcastle vs Everton in this preseason friendly looks like a level game, and I'm taking the 1:1 draw in regulation time. The Magpies are still trying to find themselves under Matthias Jaissle after moving on some key players — the new coach's side flashes quality in stretches but keeps leaking chances at the back. Everton have their own reasons to be cautious: David Moyes needs a reaction after the heavy defeat to Stuttgart, so expect a compact, pragmatic setup with Jordan Pickford restored in goal. Between the lineup experiments and tired legs at the end of camp, neither side has a decisive edge — the draw at 3.60 is the smart play.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a Club Friendly, and the most likely outcome here is a draw. The 3.60 price on the stalemate offers solid value given the nature of preseason fixtures, where both sides are often focused on fitness and rotation rather than going all out for a win. I expect a tight, competitive match that ends level.
Newcastle's injury list is no secret, but this friendly at home against Everton is still theirs to win. The quality on the pitch, even with absences, should be enough to secure a victory.
I'm backing the home side to get the job done at 2.20. The odds reflect the uncertainty around the lineup, but I believe Newcastle's depth and quality will prevail.
A draw is the most likely outcome when Newcastle meet Everton in this friendly. The 3.60 price on that result offers solid value, and I'm confident it will land.
Newcastle's squad was gutted by sales—that's a clear warning sign. I'm backing Everton to win this friendly at 3.10.
Newcastle have the stronger squad, and I expect that to show even in a friendly. The odds of 2.25 for a home win offer good value here.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a Club Friendly, and I'm backing the home side to take the win here at odds of 2.26. Newcastle have looked sharp in their pre-season build-up, and playing at home should give them the edge against an Everton side still finding their rhythm. I expect the Magpies to control the tempo and turn their chances into goals, so betting on a home victory is the straightforward call.
Newcastle will take the win in this friendly against Everton. The odds at 2.24 look like good value for a straightforward home victory.
Newcastle takes on Everton in a Club Friendly, and I'm backing the hosts to get the win at odds of 2.17. After weighing it up, this is the play that makes the most sense to me.
Newcastle vs. Everton in a Club Friendly, and I'm backing the Magpies to take the win. The odds are at 2.17, which feels like solid value for a team that should have the edge here. I see Newcastle getting the job done.
In three of Everton's most recent outings, the corner count has climbed past 10. That pattern alone gives me plenty of confidence to back the over on this total again. With the odds set at 3.14, I see clear value in expecting a similar outcome here for the Friendly match against Newcastle.
Newcastle and Everton are both from the Premier League, so I back over 2.5 goals in this friendly.
Newcastle and Everton are about to kick off a friendly, and I’m looking at the corner count. Over 9.5 corners at 2.31 is the bet I’m taking.
Both sides have been aggressive in their preseason games, pushing forward and forcing set pieces. With these two defenses not exactly airtight, I expect plenty of attacking action from both ends, which should rack up the corners.
Newcastle versus Everton in a friendly, and I like the look of over 3 goals at 2.10. Both sides should find the net, so the total going past three feels like the right call.
Corners at 10.5 with a 3.14 price? That's a solid opportunity for this friendly. I'm expecting a quick, open game between Newcastle and Everton in this Club Friendly fixture. Both teams usually transition well during pre-season matches, and with nothing on the line, they tend to push forward rather than sit back. That kind of approach often leads to plenty of set-piece opportunities from broken plays and counter-attacks. It's a simple read: an open exhibition match should easily generate at least 11 corner kicks.
Newcastle have sold off half their squad, so they’re going to be relying on set pieces more than ever. Against Everton in this friendly, I expect the hosts to push forward and earn plenty of corner opportunities. I’m backing Newcastle to get over 4.5 corners at 2.01.
Newcastle will be aggressive from the first whistle, and against an Everton defense that tends to buckle under pressure, expect the corners to pile up early. The set-piece volume should be high, making the line of 5 or more corners a very strong target.
With the odds just over 2.00, this is a solid value spot. Newcastle’s attacking style in preseason form lines up perfectly, so I’m backing them to easily clear 4.5 corners.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a Club Friendly, and I see this as one of the more promising betting angles for the match. Given the nature of pre-season fixtures, defensive solidity often takes a backseat to fitness and rotation, making goals a likely outcome.
I'm backing Over 2 goals in this game. The odds of 1.30 reflect a solid probability, and I believe the attacking intent from both sides will ensure at least three goals are scored.
Over 8.5 corners is the play for this Club Friendly between Newcastle and Everton on August 12. I expect the match to produce at least nine corners, and the 1.80 odds make that a solid call.
Newcastle come into this friendly with a much more attack-minded setup than Everton. They've already breached the defenses of strong opponents twice this preseason, while the Toffees have looked disjointed in their summer friendlies, even slipping up against lower-division sides. The Magpies simply have more firepower going forward, and with Everton motivated to fine-tune their game before the season starts, backing Newcastle for the win makes the most sense.
Both teams are dealing with defensive issues, which points toward goals. Newcastle's last four friendlies have produced 13 goals combined, averaging 3.25 per match, and they've scored in every single one. Everton have found the net in 10 of their last 13 games, but their defense has conceded in three straight. With that kind of form on both sides, an over 2.5 goals bet and a likely goal exchange look very probable.
Over 1.5 goals in the second half looks like a solid play here. Newcastle and Everton both tend to play open, attacking football, so I expect plenty of goalmouth action after the break. The odds of 1.88 make this a strong value bet.
Both sides are in a friendly setting, which often means more space and fewer defensive concerns. With the way these teams are likely to push forward, a second half with two or more goals feels almost inevitable.
Newcastle and Everton are facing off in a Club Friendly, and I'm going with the Over 2.5 total goals. Both teams usually come into preseason fixtures looking to push the pace and play some entertaining football. The odds here are worth taking.
This is a friendly match, so the defensive intensity will be low. I'm backing the over 2.5 goals line here. With both sides likely to rotate and take risks, three total goals feels like the most probable outcome.
Newcastle and Everton are set to kick off this friendly at a fast tempo, with both sides looking to attack and create chances early. I expect the first half to produce at least two goals, making the over 1.5 a strong play at 2.41.
Newcastle and Everton are set for a low-scoring affair. I’m backing Under 2.5 goals here at a solid 2.12. These Club Friendlies often lack the intensity of competitive matches, and neither side is known for free-flowing attack in preseason. The odds offer real value for a tight, controlled game.
Look at the Friendlies match between Newcastle and Everton. My bet is on Under 1 goal in the first half at 2.09. Everton's patterns are the key here — their matches consistently feature low first-half scoring, rarely exceeding a single goal.
Everton are no pushovers. In this friendly against Newcastle, I see real value in backing the visitors with a handicap of 0 at 2.23 — they’re competitive enough to avoid defeat.
Newcastle and Everton both getting on the scoresheet in this friendly — that’s the play at 1.55. I’m backing both teams to find the net without hesitation.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a Club Friendly, and I'm backing both teams to find the net. The 1.56 odds make it a straightforward call.
Newcastle and Everton are set for an open, attacking friendly, with defense taking a back seat. Since this match carries no tournament weight, the Magpies in particular will feel free to experiment and take risks.
That's why I'm backing both teams to find the net. With nothing at stake and both sides likely to push forward, a goal from each camp looks like the most natural outcome here.
Newcastle to win 2-1. I'm backing the Magpies to edge out Everton by that exact scoreline in their friendly. The odds of 8.50 are too good to pass up for a result that feels very plausible.
Newcastle and Everton are set for a friendly, and I can see this one finishing without a single yellow card. The match is just a warm-up, so the intensity should be low, and neither side will be looking to pick up needless bookings. With the referee likely to keep his cards in his pocket, a bet on zero yellow cards at 3.00 feels like the right call.
Newcastle and Everton face off in a Club Friendly just days before the new season. Pre-season games rarely turn physical, and there's no reason for either side to rack up cards here. Backing under 2 yellow cards at 2.59 is the right call — this match should stay clean from start to finish.
Newcastle are the side I expect to come out on top in the yellow-card count. The betting line offers decent value at 2.70, and I'm backing the hosts to pick up more bookings than Everton in this friendly.
Friendly matches often lack the intensity of competitive fixtures, and this Newcastle–Everton clash should be no exception. With both sides likely focused on fitness rather than aggression, I see very few cards being shown. The Under 2.5 yellow cards line at 1.88 looks like a solid play for a preseason meeting.
Newcastle and Everton meet in a friendly, and I expect the visitors to sit deep and defend. That defensive approach usually leads to more fouls and bookings for the side playing second fiddle. That's why I'm backing Everton to pick up more yellow cards than Newcastle.
The match is scheduled for 12 August 2026 at 17:15.
The main prediction is a Newcastle win at odds of 2.17, based on their new aggressive style under Matthias Jaissle and Everton's struggles against high pressing.
Newcastle will be without Tino Livramento due to injury, while Everton's Jordan Pickford is doubtful.
Newcastle under Jaissle beat Valencia 2:1, while Everton had mixed results, including a 2:1 win over Hamburg and a 3:1 loss to Stuttgart.
Everton have lost only one of their last six meetings with Newcastle, giving them the upper hand in recent clashes.