The contest stayed balanced before the breakthrough
Neither side controlled possession for long stretches. Newcastle had 51.6 per cent of the ball, but Everton competed strongly in midfield and stopped the hosts from turning territory into a regular stream of clear chances.
The shot count was also close at 17-16. Everton, however, tested the goalkeeper five times while Newcastle managed two efforts on target, a difference that became important in a match settled by one action.
Barry scored the goal Everton needed
The match was played on 2 November. Barry scored in the 49th minute, and his goal remained the only goal of the match. The visitors finished with 2.15 expected goals compared with Newcastle’s 1.29.
Newcastle continued to attack and hit the woodwork, but Everton defended the penalty area with six blocks. Jordan Pickford made two saves, while the players in front of him recovered enough loose balls to prevent constant pressure.
A second win over Newcastle carries extra value
Everton had also beaten Newcastle 3-1 in the League Cup four days earlier. Winning the league meeting away from home required a different performance: fewer open spaces, greater patience and a willingness to protect a narrow advantage.
Jacob Ramsey was sent off in added time, after the main work had already been completed. Newcastle must improve the precision of their final action, while Everton can take confidence from combining a useful attacking threat with disciplined defending.