Newcastle are unbeaten in four home matches against Everton, their longest such streak since 2009, while the duo have not played out back-to-back draws on Tyneside for 52 years.
It's already been an historic season for Newcastle United, with March's EFL Cup triumph over Liverpool seeing the club capture major domestic silverware for the first time in 70 years, but now can they secure Champions League qualification?
Last Sunday, the Magpies were beaten 1-0 by Arsenal in North London, dominating the first half but paying the price for missed opportunities. Nevertheless, before this, Eddie Howe's side had won seven of the previous nine league fixtures, including six on the spin on Tyneside, so are still in a strong position going into the final day.
Newcastle United vs Everton preview
Newcastle kick off fourth, above both Chelsea and Aston Villa by virtue of goal difference alone, and only one point clear of Nottingham Forest. With the Blues and Forest facing each-other, Newcastle cannot finish any lower than sixth, but of course are desperate to remain in the top five, thereby secure their place back amongst Europe's elite.
Only a victory here will make sure of a Champions League spot, irrespective of events elsewhere, so will the Toon Army roar their side onto victory?
As for Everton meantime, their campaign came to a crescendo last weekend, waving goodbye to Goodison Park, their home since 1892. The match was secondary to all the post-game festivities, but all Evertonians everywhere were still relived that their side managed to beat rock-bottom Southampton 2-0, thanks to a first half brace from top-scorer Iliman Ndiaye.
This actually made it back-to-back victories for David Moyes' men, who'd won only one of their previous ten outings. The Toffees remain 13th, on course for their best finish in four years, back when Carlo Ancelotti was in charge, which feels like a lifetime ago! So, while a Newcastle win is not a forgone conclusion, this is a favourable fixture, and the hosts should secure the victory they require.
Newcastle United vs Everton head-to-head Record
- Matches Played: 185.
- Newcastle United Wins: 71. Draws: 38. Everton Wins: 76.
Newcastle United team news
The headline news last Sunday was the absence of Alexander Isak, who did not feature against Arsenal due to a minor groin issue. Callum Wilson led the line instead, but there is optimism the Swede will be fit for this one, which would, stating the obvious here, be a major boost.
Elsewhere, Kieran Trippier, Lewis Hall and Joelinton all remain sidelined. Eddie Howe deployed a back five against both Chelsea and Arsenal, yielding mixed results, so it'll be interesting to see if he reverts to a 4-4-3 here. If he does, one of Harvey Barnes or Anthony Gordon, against his former club of course, would likely miss out, making it an interesting selection dilemma.
Newcastle United predicted lineup vs Everton: (4-3-3): Pope; Livramento, Schär, Botman, Burn; Tonali, Guimarães, Willock; Murphy, Gordon, Isak.
Newcastle United player to watch vs Everton
Bruno Guimarães' late deflected strike sealed the victory over Chelsea a fortnight ago, his fifth of the season, while he's never scored in seven meetings with Everton, hoping to change that here.
Everton team news
David Moyes' men travel north with James Tarkowski, Orel Mangala or Jesper Lindstrøm, while defenders Séamus Coleman and Jarrad Branthwaite are both doubts, after the pair were substituted during the Southampton win.
The Toffees have ten first-team players out of contract, including Michael Keane, Ashley Young, Abdoulaye Doucouré, Idrissa Gana Gueye and Dominic Calvert-Lewin, all of whom are in line to feature in this match.
Everton predicted lineup vs Newcastle United: (4-5-1): Pickford; Patterson, Keane, O'Brien, Mykolenko; Gana Gueye, Garner, Doucouré, McNeil, Ndiaye; Beto.
Everton player to watch vs Newcastle United
As a lifelong Sunderland supporter, Jordan Pickford always gets a bit of stick every time he features at St James' Park, but he for one will be ultra-motivated to keep Newcastle from winning this one.
Newcastle United vs Everton prediction
We are forecasting a very comprehensive Newcastle victory. Everton are likely to be on the beach with nothing to play for, while the Magpies are very strong at home: Newcastle United 3-0 Everton.
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- USA: Peacock
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- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
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What is the date and kick-off time for Newcastle United vs Everton?
Newcastle United vs Everton takes place on Sunday 25 May 2025, with kick off at 16:00 (BST), 11:00 (EDT) & 8:00 (PDT).