2025/26 Premier League MW27 Sunderland vs. Fulham Preview: Can the Black Cats outshine the Cottagers at the Stadium of Light? February 19, 2026 by Marc Jerbs

Newcastle United welcome Everton to St. James' Park on Saturday, February 28, for a key Matchday 28 showdown in the 2025–26 Premier League season. Kick-off in Newcastle upon Tyne is set for 3:00 PM GMT, with both sides eager to strengthen their position in the table as the campaign enters a decisive stretch.

Team Form & Standings

Newcastle United
Newcastle's 2025–26 league campaign has been a turbulent one. After 27 matches, the Magpies have recorded 10 wins, 6 draws, and 11 defeats, collecting 36 points with a goal difference of -1. That tally leaves them sitting 11th in the table as of February 24, 2026.

While league form has been inconsistent - with four defeats in their last five matches - Newcastle have found greater success elsewhere. They've advanced to the League Cup semi-finals and reached the Champions League Round of 16, highlighting their ability to compete on multiple fronts.

However, recent home form is a concern. Consecutive defeats at St. James' Park to Aston Villa and Brentford mean a third straight home league loss would mark their worst such run since early 2021. Under Eddie Howe, their current average of 1.33 points per game represents their lowest return in a Premier League season.

Everton
Everton arrive on Tyneside with confidence in their away form despite recent home frustrations. The Toffees have struggled at Hill Dickinson Stadium this season but have been far more resilient on the road.

Since December 13, Everton have remained unbeaten away from home, securing impressive wins against Fulham, Aston Villa, and Nottingham Forest. Since David Moyes returned to the club in January last year, only one side has accumulated more away points than Everton's 38. Defensively, they have been equally solid, conceding just 18 goals in 22 away matches - among the best records in the league during that span.

Earlier in the season, Everton sat 11th, narrowly ahead of Newcastle, underlining how evenly matched these sides have been throughout the campaign.

Newcastle vs. Everton Sports Bet Odds

The Magpies are the favorites to win the game. Here are our latest odds:

• The Magpies are favored by a goal, with full-time result odds of 1.72.
• The Toffees are the underdogs by a goal, with full-time result odds of 4.50.
• Draw has full-time result odds of 4.00.
• Total Goals is set 2.5, with Under odds at 2.10 and Over odds at 1.72.

Injuries & Suspensions

Everton Team News

• Idrissa Gana Gueye serves a three-match suspension following his red card at Old Trafford.
• Seamus Coleman is sidelined with a thigh injury.
• Nathan Patterson continues his recovery.
• Merlin Rohl is not expected back before the end of the year.
• Jarrad Branthwaite remains unavailable.
• Charly Alcaraz and Dwight McNeil could feature in midfield as Moyes reshuffles his options.

Newcastle United Team News

• Yoane Wissa, Kieran Trippier, and William Osula are ruled out.
• Wissa is closing in on a return after training with the squad.
• Sven Botman faces a late fitness test due to back discomfort.

With European commitments adding to their workload, squad depth will be crucial for the Magpies.

Players to Watch

Newcastle United – Jacob Ramsey
Ramsey has hit a rich vein of form, finding the net against Tottenham and providing an assist versus Manchester City in recent outings. Another decisive contribution would mark only the second time in his career that he has delivered goal involvements in three consecutive league matches.

Everton – Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
Dewsbury-Hall has been Everton's standout performer in away fixtures this season, registering four goal involvements (three goals, one assist). The Toffees have won every away match in which he has either scored or assisted, including victories over Wolves, Manchester United, and Fulham.

Final Thought

With Newcastle fighting to stabilize their league campaign and Everton thriving on their travels, this clash at St. James' Park promises intensity, urgency, and high stakes. As the season edges toward its final months, three points here could significantly shift momentum - making this a fixture that may prove pivotal for both clubs' ambitions.

2025/26 Premier League Table

#	CLUB	W	D	L	PTS
1	Arsenal	18	7	3	61
2	Manchester City	17	5	5	56
3	Aston Villa	15	6	6	51
4	Manchester United	13	9	5	48
5	Chelsea	12	9	6	45
6	Liverpool	13	6	8	45
7	Brentford	12	4	11	40
8	Bournemouth	9	11	7	38
9	Everton	10	7	10	37
10	Fulham	11	4	12	37
11	Newcastle United	10	6	11	36
12	Sunderland	9	9	9	36
13	Crystal Palace	9	8	10	35
14	Brighton & Hove Albion	8	10	9	34
15	Leeds United	7	10	10	31
16	Tottenham Hotspur	7	8	12	29
17	Nottingham Forest	7	6	14	27
18	West Ham United	6	7	14	25
19	Burnley	4	7	16	19
20	Wolves	1	7	20	10