Everton's solid victory over Newcastle in Edinburgh is a positive sign for the team ahead of the new season. The Toffees have every reason to be positive going into the new season on the back of their 3-1 friendly victory over Newcastle United in Edinburgh. According to Tyrique George, Everton have every reason to be positive going into the new season.
What happened?
Everton are confident Iliman Ndiaye will not push to leave the club this summer after making it clear to the Senegal international and his suitors that they have no plans to sell him. Chelsea have placed a £50 million asking price on Liam Delap as clubs, including Everton, prepare to launch official moves for the striker. The Football Association has charged Everton Under-21 forward Martin Sherif with allegedly breaching betting rules over 15 months.
Why it matters for Everton
Everton's solid victory over Newcastle is a positive sign for the team ahead of the new season. The Toffees have every reason to be positive going into the new season on the back of their 3-1 friendly victory over Newcastle United in Edinburgh. According to Tyrique George, Everton have every reason to be positive going into the new season.
What comes next?
Everton have signed goalkeeper Rylee Foster-Inman from Canadian side Halifax Tides – the shot-stopper returning to L4 following a short spell with the Blues in 2024. Crystal Palace are prepared to sell right back Daniel Muñoz this summer, with a fee of around £25 million believed to be enough to get a deal done. Arsenal have reportedly explored the possibility of signing Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye.
Everton are currently 13th in the Premier League, with 49 points from 38 games. They have scored 47 goals and conceded 50, leaving them 36 points behind leaders Arsenal. Their recent form has been poor, with a loss in their last four games. James Garner and Tim Iroegbunam are currently sidelined.
Everton's last result was a 1-0 loss to Tottenham on May 24, 2026. They have a tough schedule ahead of them, with several big games coming up. The team will need to stay focused and work together if they want to achieve their goals. With their solid victory over Newcastle, they are off to a good start.
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. Currently sidelined: James Garner, Tim Iroegbunam.
