Everton produced a remarkable late show to thrash Newcastle 3-0 and climb out of the Premier League’s relegation zone.
The match at Goodison Park was a tense affair until the final minutes, when the Toffees erupted with three goals in a stunning 11-minute blitz.
Dwight McNeil opened the scoring in the 79th minute, before Abdoulaye Doucoure doubled the lead seven minutes later.
And just as the game seemed destined to be a narrow affair, substitute Francisco Beto struck in the 96th minute to secure a resounding victory for Everton.
The win was a huge relief for the Toffees, who had been languishing in the relegation zone since the ten points deduction.
It also marked a much-needed boost for new manager Sean Dyche, who has overseen a significant improvement in Everton’s form since taking over in January.
Dyche was understandably delighted with his side’s performance:
“We showed great character and determination to get the win,” he said.
“We knew it would be a tough game, but we stuck to our task and got our rewards in the end.”
Everton’s victory leaves them in 16th place in the Premier League table, six points clear of the relegation zone.
Key Moments:
- 79′ Min: Dwight McNeil fires Everton ahead after a scramble in the Newcastle box.
- 86′ Min: Abdoulaye Doucoure doubles the Toffees’ lead with a powerful header from a corner.
- 90+6′ Min: Substitute Francisco Beto seals the win with a clinical finish after a swift counter-attack.
Man of the Match:
- Abdoulaye Doucoure was a dominant force in midfield for Everton, and his goal ultimately proved decisive.
Turning Point:
- The introduction of Francisco Beto proved to be a masterstroke by manager Sean Dyche. The Portuguese forward injected much-needed energy into the Everton attack and scored the crucial third goal.
What Next:
- Everton will be looking to build on this momentum when they face fellow strugglers Chelsea this weekend.
- Newcastle, meanwhile, will be hoping to bounce back when they host Liverpool.
This victory could be a turning point in Everton’s season. The Toffees have shown they have the fighting spirit to survive in the Premier League, and with a few more wins, they could soon be looking up the table rather than over their shoulders.
