theyOn Wednesday night, December 7, 2023, at Goodison Park, Everton defeated Newcastle United 3-0. The Toffees put on a polished display and dominated the match from beginning to end to climb up to 11th place in the Premier League standings.
In the first ten minutes, Alex Iwobi struck the crossbar for Everton as they got off to a promising start. Demarai Gray scored a penalty in the 26th minute when Kieran Trippier fouled him in the box, rewarding the Toffees for their persistent pressure.
Demarai Gray’s objective
Alex Iwobi extended Everton’s advantage shortly after the hour mark with a spectacular long-range goal. The Nigerian international, who has played well for the Toffees this season, scored the goal with a moment of individual brilliance.
Goal by Alex Iwobi
Neal Maupay, a late replacement, gave Everton a third goal as they maintained their dominance of the match. Everton, who were by much the superior squad that evening, won handily thanks to the Frenchman’s goal.
Neal Maupay’s objective
Everton manager Sean Dyche expressed his satisfaction with his team’s performance in a post-match statement.”I’m very happy with the performance,” he said. They controlled the game from start to finish and deserved to win.”
“We worked hard to strengthen our defensive technique, and it showed tonight and hardly gave Newcastle any opportunities since we had a strong defense.
It was pleasing that we were also clinical in front of the goal. Three of the many excellent opportunities we created were taken.”
Speaking highly of his players, Dyche stated they gave a “fantastic” performance. He continued, “I’m really proud of the players.” “They worked hard for each other and deserved the win.”
“We’re starting to build some momentum now and we’re looking forward to the rest of the season.”
Everton won their second straight Premier League game against Newcastle, which will give them a much-needed confidence boost. Now, the Toffees want to capitalize on this triumph and keep moving up the standings.
Several noteworthy figures from the game are as follows:
Everton: 3 goals, 14 shots on goal, 60% of the possession.
Newcastle: 0 goals scored, three shots on goal, 40% of the possession.
The player rankings from the game are as follows:
Everton: Davies (7), Gordon (7), Gray (8), Maupay (7), Pickford (8), Coleman (7), Coady (8), Tarkowski (8), Mykolenko (7), Gueye (7), Iwobi (8), Davies (7).
Newcastle: Longstaff (5), Joelinton (5), Almiron (5), Wilson (5), Saint-Maximin (5), Pope (5), Trippier (5), Schar (5), Botman (5), Burn (5), Bruno Guimarães (5).
