Everton cruised to a 3-1 victory over Newcastle United in a pre-season friendly at Murrayfield, giving new Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle a clear indication of the work ahead. The Premier League side were in control throughout, while Newcastle looked lacklustre and struggled to match their opponents.
After the match, Jaissle said he was aware of the team's weaknesses, acknowledging that improvements are needed. The friendly served as an early test for the German coach, who is still assessing his squad. Everton, by contrast, looked sharp and managed the game comfortably, providing a positive start to their pre-season campaign.
Newcastle will now look to address their issues as they prepare for the upcoming season, while Everton will take confidence from the dominant display. The result, though only a friendly, highlighted the gap between the two sides on the day.