What happened. Everton beat Newcastle 3-1 in a pre-season friendly at Murrayfield, with goals from Thierno Barry, Iliman Ndiaye and Tyrique George. Harvey Barnes scored a late consolation for Newcastle.

Newcastle made 10 changes at half-time, disrupting their rhythm.
Everton were disciplined and efficient without the ball.
Newcastle have 11 days until their Premier League opener against Liverpool.

“That performance showed me that Newcastle desperately need some experience in that team.”
— Keith Downie

Newcastle face Liverpool at St James' Park in their Premier League opener, with concerns over squad depth.

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