Newcastle United's pre-season preparations took a hit as they suffered a 3-1 loss to Everton in a friendly match at Murrayfield. The Magpies' new head coach Matthias Jaissle is aware of the team's needs and is working to address them.
What happened?
Newcastle United's new signing Bazoumana Toure caught the eye with his pace down the left in the opening stages of the match. However, the team was unable to capitalise on their bright start and looked increasingly vulnerable at the back as the first half wore on.
Why it matters for Newcastle United
The 3-1 defeat serves as a reminder of the work that is still required on the training pitches and in the transfer market. Jaissle's team were unable to capitalise on their bright start and looked increasingly vulnerable at the back.
What comes next?
Newcastle United still have important figures like Dan Burn, Lewis Miley, and Tino Livramento to return, but the squad clearly needs further reinforcements in the transfer market. Jaissle is aware of the team's needs and is working to address them.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 12th in Premier League, 49 pts, 14W-7D-17L from 38 games, recent form LWDWL. Goals this season: 53 scored, 55 conceded (-2 goal difference). Title race: 36 points behind leaders Arsenal.
