Everton's 3-1 friendly loss to Newcastle at Murrayfield Stadium has raised concerns about the Toffees' pre-season form. The team struggled to capitalize on opportunities and conceded goals, with Thierno Barry scoring the opener in the 27th minute. Lewis Hall's recovery tackle was unable to prevent the goal, and Harrison Armstrong coolly picked out Barry to finish past goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from inside the box. Iliman Ndiaye doubled Everton's lead from the penalty spot a few minutes later after Joelinton was adjudged to have fouled Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall inside the box. Tyrique George made it 3-0 with a drilled effort in the 73rd minute, prompting Newcastle fans to start making their way for the exit. However, substitute Harvey Barnes pulled one back for Newcastle after slamming the ball home at the back post from Jacob Murphy's cross. The loss serves as a reminder of the work that is still required, not only on the training pitches but in the transfer market, too. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 13th in Premier League, 49 pts, 13W-10D-15L from 38 games, recent form LLDDL. Goals this season: 47 scored, 50 conceded (-3 goal difference). Title race: 36 points behind leaders Arsenal. Last result: Tottenham 1-0 Everton (2026-05-24). Recent form (last 5): 0W-1D-4L (LLLLD, most recent first); lost the last 4. Next fixture: vs Ipswich (at home, 2026-09-19).