Newcastle and Everton continue their pre-season preparations in a club friendly fixture this week. The match kicks off on Wednesday 12 August at 17:15 (GMT), with both Premier League sides looking to fine-tune their squads ahead of the new domestic season.
Both teams have experienced mixed fortunes in their recent warm-up games, making this an interesting encounter. Our prediction for Newcastle vs. Everton considers that both managers will likely use this opportunity to experiment with their lineups and tactics ahead of the competitive campaign.
Discover our expert predictions and betting tips for this exciting encounter.
Match Overview - Newcastle vs. Everton
- Newcastle enters this pre-season friendly after a 2-1 win against Valencia, aiming for consistency before the Premier League season.
- Everton looks to rebound from a 3-1 loss to VfB Stuttgart, focusing on squad fine-tuning before competitive matches begin.
- Historically, this matchup is balanced, with both sides securing four wins and two draws in their last ten encounters.
Head-to-Head Record
- Across their last ten head-to-head encounters, the average number of goals per match stands at 2.7.
- Notably, six of these previous ten meetings have seen over 2.5 goals scored, and both teams found the net in five of those matches.
- Everton have successfully maintained a clean sheet in four of their last ten head-to-head fixtures against Newcastle.
- Newcastle United have consistently scored in all four of their pre-season friendly matches to date, accumulating seven goals.
- Similarly, the Toffees have also registered seven goals throughout their five friendly encounters this summer.
Newcastle's Form and Pre-Season Preparations
Newcastle United has displayed mixed form during their Friendlies Clubs 2026 pre-season, recording two wins, one draw, and a single loss. Their recent 2-1 victory against Valencia followed a 4-1 defeat to Bristol City.
The Magpies consistently found the net in all four friendlies, with new signing Bazoumana Toure making an immediate impact. While they conceded six goals across these games, the squad currently has no reported injuries.
This full availability offers tactical flexibility for the upcoming Newcastle vs. Everton encounter, potentially allowing them to address their defensive vulnerabilities.
Everton's Pre-Season Journey and Team News
Everton, known as the Toffees, have experienced a mixed pre-season with two wins, one draw, and two losses from five friendlies. They aim to recover from a recent 3-1 defeat against German side VfB Stuttgart.
Throughout their summer schedule, Everton scored seven goals while conceding five. This indicates an attacking threat, but also highlights defensive issues they need to resolve.
On a positive note, Everton have no reported injuries, giving the manager a full squad. This availability provides tactical flexibility as they look to build momentum and fine-tune their strategy.
Newcastle vs. Everton Prediction: Goals expected in friendly clash
Newcastle has shown consistent attacking form in their pre-season games, finding the net in all their matches. Considering their recent victory over Valencia, the "Newcastle or Draw" market presents a solid option for this friendly encounter.
Everton have also been scoring regularly but have displayed defensive weaknesses, as seen in their loss to Stuttgart. This could lead to an open game, making a bet on "Newcastle or Everton" in the double chance market appealing.
Given both teams’ ability to score and concede during their summer preparations, our main prediction is for an entertaining match. Therefore, the primary betting tip is for there to be "Over 2.5 goals" in the game.
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| Double Chance | Newcastle or Draw | |
| Double Chance | Newcastle or Everton | |
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker or our list of apps for the latest information.
Where to Watch Newcastle vs. Everton
For those wondering where to watch Newcastle vs. Everton, the broadcast details are as follows:
- TV: no broadcast scheduled
- Streaming: Newcastle United Official Website/App (territory dependent), Everton TV (territory dependent)
Newcastle vs. Everton Predicted Lineups
Heading into this Friendlies Clubs 2026 clash, the potential Newcastle lineup and Everton lineup are generating plenty of discussion. With both teams reporting no injuries, the managers have their full squads available, offering significant tactical flexibility. This match presents a key opportunity to assess different strategies and find the right balance on the field. We are likely to see strong starting elevens as both sides will be aiming to build momentum and find their rhythm ahead of the new season.
Newcastle
Pope; Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn; Guimaraes, Longstaff, Joelinton; Almiron, Isak, Gordon. Manager: Eddie Howe.
Everton
Jordan Pickford; Jake O’Brien, James Tarkowski, Jarrad Branthwaite, Vitalii Mykolenko; Idrissa Gueye, James Garner; Iliman Ndiaye, Carlos Alcaraz, Dwight McNeil; Beto
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Newcastle vs. Everton
- Competition: Friendlies Clubs 2026
- Date: 12/08/2026
- Kick-off: 17:15 (GMT)
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