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Newcastle United v Everton: Premier League Preview, Gameweek 38, 2025

At the end of an incredibly busy week for Everton, a trip to the North East to face Newcastle United in their final game of the season with their fate, a 13th place finish, already confirmed.

David Moyes' side have hit another impressive run of form of late, earning 7 points out of a possible 9 in their last three outings.

Illiman Ndiaye proved to be the toffees' hero last time out, with his two goals the difference in a 2-0 win over Southampton in Goodison Park's final Premier League game.

Newcastle, on the other hand, could still finish as low as 7th in the league despite going into the final day in 4th.

Despite losing to Arsenal last time out, the Magpies had won 8 of their last 10 games, ensuring Champions League qualification is still in their hands provided they manage to beat Everton on the final day.

However, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest will almost certainly be there to pounce should the home side slip up against their Merseyside visitors.

Newcastle United

Both Alexander Isak and Joelinton did not feature last time out against Arsenal, and are both a doubt to play in their side's crucial clash this weekend [Source: TalkSPORT].

This would indicate Callum Wilson is likely to start for Eddie Howe's side in what will probably be his final game for Newcastle, with the 33-year-old's contract coming to an end this summer.

Lewis Hall,, Kieran Trippier and Matt Targett remain out.

Everton

Jarrad Branthwaite appeared to suffer a knock against Southampton and is a minor doubt. Seamus Coleman also suffered a knock and is unlikely to be part of the squad to face Newcastle [Source: LiverpoolWorld].

James Tarkowski and Orel Mangala both suffered season-ending injuries earlier in the campaign and will not feature.

Predicted Line-ups

Newcastle United

Pope, Burn, Botman, Schar, Livramento, Tonali, Guimaraes, Murphy, Gordon, Barnes, Wilson.

Everton

Pickford, Mykolenko, Keane, O'Brien, Patterson, Gueye, Garner, Ndiaye, Doucoure, McNeil, Beto.

Players to Watch

Newcastle United - Callum Wilson

With Everton potentially having neither of their starting centre-halves available for this clash, Callum Wilson is definately one to watch.

The England international has a fantastic record against the Toffees, scoring against them 6 times for Newcastle and a further 2 times for previous club, Bournemouth.

If Eddie Howe's side are on form, you can be sure that Wilson will play a massive role.

Everton - Dwight McNeil

Given Newcastle's usual dominance in possession, Everton's primary focus going forward will more than likely be on set pieces.

If they are to find any joy from dead ball situations, it will more than likely come through Dwight McNeil.

The 25-year-old returned from a long-term injury against Ipswich with a goal, and has provided an assist in both of his last 2 appearances, both of which ended in wins.

Match Details

Where is the game being played?

The game will take place at St James' Park in Newcastle.

What time is kick-off?

Kick-off is at 16:00 GMT on Sunday 25th May.

How can I watch?

The game will not be televised in the UK. However, highlights will be available to view after full-time.

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