Player ratings have emerged following Newcastle United's Premier League match against Everton, which saw the visitors claim an away win at St James' Park. Everton registered their fourth top-flight clean sheet of the season in the process.
For Everton, James Garner was highlighted for a "gritty performance" that manager David Moyes would appreciate, earning a rating of 8. Captain James Tarkowski delivered a commanding display, also rated 7. Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, a former Sunderland player, received a 7 for his performance despite enduring stick from home fans. Defenders Jake O'Brien, Jarrad Branthwaite, and Vitalii Mykolenko were all rated 7, with Branthwaite making a return after concussion protocols. Thierno Barry scored the opening goal, making it his easiest goal to date after a goalkeeping error, and was rated 7. Tyrique George was heavily involved in the goal and rated 7. Other players rated included Merlin Rohl and Harrison Armstrong, both receiving 7, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, also rated 7.
Newcastle United's players saw mixed reviews. Lukas Hornicek and Amar Dedic both received ratings of 4, with Hornicek noted for a "horrible mistake" leading to the opening goal. Nico Gonzalez and Joe Willock were rated 5, with Gonzalez substituted as Newcastle suffered their fourth defeat in six league games. Harvey Barnes, making his 100th Premier League appearance for the club, went close to scoring his 100th career goal and was rated 6. Joelinton also had chances and was rated 6. Dan Burn received a 6 for his efforts. Lewis Hall was rated 7 for a "tidy performance."
Substitutions for Newcastle included Yoane Wissa and Sean Steur, both rated 4, and Jacob Ramsey, who was sent off and given a 3. Jacob Murphy was also a substitute, rated 3.
Everton's substitutes who featured included Brennan Johnson and Michael Keane, both rated 5, helping their side secure the clean sheet win.