Everton dispatched Newcastle United 3-1 in their pre-season friendly at Murrayfield on Wednesday evening in Edinburgh to underline their superior preparation for the new Premier League season.
The game was staged at the Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium as both clubs continued their build-up to the campaign, with Everton responding strongly after recent setbacks.
Everton took the lead through Thierno Barry after a defensive error from Sven Botman gifted the forward an opening he finished with composure inside the penalty area.
Their advantage was doubled when Iliman Ndiaye scored from the penalty spot after summer signing Hayden Hackney had won the spot-kick cheaply under minimal contact.
Newcastle pulled a goal back to keep the contest alive in Scotland, but their defensive lapses continued to undermine any momentum built by Matthias Jaissle's side.
Everton restored their two-goal cushion with a third strike that sealed a comfortable victory and ensured a confidence-boosting result before the Premier League return next week.
Newcastle arrived in Scotland after a 2-1 victory over Valencia, while Everton had been looking to respond after suffering a 3-1 defeat to VfB Stuttgart.
The meeting provided another chapter in their recent rivalry after Everton had defeated Newcastle 3-2 at St James' Park in February 2026 earlier this year.
For Jaissle, the defeat offered a clear reality check, while Everton will take encouragement from a sharp attacking display and improved defensive discipline in Edinburgh.
