Newcastle 2-3 Everton Player Ratings: Thierno Barry Wins it for the Toffees In A Dramatic Game at the St. James Park

A chaotic game of football at St. James' Park, as we witnessed a true Premier League classic. This match was an absolute rollercoaster, with the lead swinging back and forth.

Ultimately, it was Everton that emerged victorious with a 3-2 win over Newcastle United in a contest that had everything. The Toffees drew first blood through a powerful header from Jarrad Branthwaite in the 19th minute.

However, Newcastle United roared back. Jacob Ramsey leveled the scores in the 32nd minute before Beto put Everton ahead again just a couple of minutes later, all within a frantic first half.

Just when we thought the drama was over, Newcastle found a late equalizer through Jacob Murphy in the 82nd minute. But Everton, against the odds and the roaring home crowd, snatched a dramatic late winner through youngster Thierno Barry in the very next minute.

It was a breathless finish to a truly memorable game. This is the kind of match we'll be talking about for a while. Here are the Newcastle vs Everton Player Ratings.

Key Takeaways

• Newcastle United had more possession of the ball, but it was Everton who had an even better xG of 2.13.
• Beto won the most duels in this Premier League game (13).
• Sandro Tonali had the most key passes in this encounter (4).

Everton Player Ratings vs Newcastle

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Goalkeeper

Jordan Pickford - 6.0: A mixed day for England's number one. He made a couple of really decent saves, particularly one from a Joelinton header that looked destined for the top corner. However, he was beaten twice and looked a little shaky at times. His distribution was not at its best, with only 50% of his passes finding a teammate.

Defenders

James Tarkowski - 7.0: The captain led from the back with a typically robust performance. He was a rock, making a massive 10 clearances throughout the game. What stood out to us was his duel success; winning 100% of his duels is no mean feat. A commanding presence when Everton were under pressure.

Jake O'Brien - 6.5: A solid if unspectacular outing for the defender. He was strong in the tackle, winning 83% of his duels, which is impressive. He showed some attacking intent, even creating a chance, but was also caught offside, which was a bit sloppy. Overall, a decent partner for Tarkowski.

Vitaliy Mykolenko - 6.5: A busy afternoon for the left-back. He was solid defensively, winning all his duels and making 5 crucial clearances. He also won an impressive 80% of his aerial battles. From our perspective, he could have offered more going forward, but he stuck to his defensive duties well.

Jarrad Branthwaite - 7.5: Scored the crucial opening goal with a thumping header, showing great desire in the box. Beyond his goal, he was a defensive stalwart, making 6 clearances and an interception. He was a constant threat from set-pieces and defended his own box with authority. A top performance.

Midfielders

Dwight McNeil - 7.0: A bundle of energy on the flank. He was constantly looking to make things happen, registering four shots and forcing Nick Pope into a couple of saves. His work rate was immense, with three tackles and four ball recoveries. He lost the ball a few too many times for our liking, but his positive intent was key for Everton.

Iliman Ndiaye - 6.5: A tricky performance to rate. He was excellent on the ball, completing 5 dribbles which caused Newcastle all sorts of problems. However, his final product was often lacking and he was caught offside twice in dangerous positions. He worked hard, recovering the ball 5 times, but we wanted to see more end product.

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall - 7.0: A really industrious display in the middle of the park. He created a big chance and was a link between defence and attack. He earned a yellow card for a cynical foul, but it was one he probably had to make. We were impressed with his 8 ball recoveries; he was everywhere.

Idrissa Gueye - 6.5: The midfield anchor did his job effectively. He was tidy in possession, completing 89% of his passes, and drew three fouls to relieve pressure. He battled hard, but what was surprising was seeing him get dribbled past four times. Still, a disciplined performance.

James Garner - 7.5: Provided the beautiful cross for Branthwaite's goal, a moment of real quality. His six interceptions show his fantastic reading of the game; he was breaking up play all over the pitch. He did pick up a yellow card, but his assist and defensive contribution were vital to the win.

Forwards

Beto - 8.5: Our man of the match. He was an absolute handful for the Newcastle defence from start to finish. He scored a poacher's goal, was unlucky to hit the woodwork with another effort, and won a staggering 13 duels. His physical presence was immense, and he bullied the opposition backline. A phenomenal display and the highest-rated player on the pitch.

Manager

D. Moyes - 7.5: He got his tactics spot on. Everton were organised, aggressive, and clinical when it mattered. The team fought for every ball, and to orchestrate a late winner at St. James' Park shows brilliant game management and motivation. A huge win for him and his team.

Newcastle Player Ratings vs Everton

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Goalkeeper

Nick Pope - 4.5: A day to forget for the Newcastle keeper. Conceding three goals is never good, but the error leading to a goal was particularly damaging. He made a couple of saves, but he looked uncertain, and his confidence seemed to drain as the game went on. A very poor performance by his high standards.

Defenders

Kieran Trippier - 5.5: A surprisingly subdued performance from the captain. He lost possession 19 times which is just not good enough for a player of his quality. He was dribbled past three times and just didn't seem to have his usual influence on the game. A very off day for a usually reliable player.

Lewis Hall - 6.5: One of the few bright spots in the Newcastle defence. He was constantly involved, with 101 touches of the ball. He put in five tackles and was always looking to get forward. However, he was part of a defence that conceded three goals, which tarnishes his rating slightly.

Malick Thiaw - 5.0: It was a brutal battle against Beto, and Thiaw came off second best. He lost 8 duels and struggled with the physicality of Everton's attack. While his passing was tidy, his primary job is to defend, and he was part of a backline that was breached too easily.

Dan Burn - 5.0: A really tough afternoon for the big defender. He was dribbled past twice and struggled to impose himself on the game. He won less than half of his duels and just looked a yard off the pace. We expected more from him in the aerial battles.

Midfielders

Joelinton - 6.5: A frustrating performance from the Brazilian. He provided the assist for the late equaliser and was a physical presence, but he also lost a staggering 10 duels. His work rate is never in question, but his effectiveness was limited. A mixed bag of a performance.

Sandro Tonali - 7.5: Newcastle's best player on the day. He was a creative force in midfield, providing a brilliant assist for Ramsey's goal and creating another big chance. He dictated play, made four key passes, and was always looking to drive his team forward. A class act, even in defeat.

Anthony Elanga - 6.0: Looked bright in patches during his time on the pitch. He was direct and completed a couple of nice dribbles. However, he didn't have a decisive impact on the game before being substituted. We felt he could have been more involved.

Nick Woltemade - 5.5: A quiet game for the midfielder. He struggled to get into the flow of the match and was largely anonymous before being substituted. With only 14 touches, he just wasn't able to influence proceedings in a chaotic game.

Jacob Ramsey - 7.0: Scored a fantastic goal to get his team back in the game. He looked lively and was making things happen before his unfortunate injury forced him off at halftime. It's a shame because he looked like one of Newcastle's biggest threats. A solid half of football.

Forwards

Anthony Gordon - 6.0: Played with his usual energy and directness against his former club. He completed four dribbles and was always a willing runner. However, he lost possession 13 times and his final ball was often lacking. A frustrating day for him, where effort didn't translate into a decisive contribution.

Manager

E. Howe - 6.0: His team showed great spirit to equalize twice, but he'll be furious with the defensive display. Conceding three goals at home is simply not good enough. The substitutions added some spark, but ultimately his side was too open at the back and was punished for it.

Man of the Match

Beto of Everton was the man of the match from this Newcastle vs Everton game.

Worst Performer

Nick Pope was the worst of the lot in this Premier League fixture.