Everton beat Newcastle 1-0 as Barry scores after halftime

Everton beat Newcastle United 1-0 at St James’ Park in the Premier League, with Thierno Barry scoring the only goal four minutes after halftime. The win came four days after Everton had beaten Newcastle 3-1 in the League Cup and lifted David Moyes’ side to seventh in the table. Newcastle dropped to 13th. The decisive move began when Tyrique George’s low shot slipped through goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek. Barry was on hand to turn in the loose ball. The goal was Barry’s fourth in the league this season, according to match coverage; another report described it as his eighth across all competitions. Newcastle had chances to respond but could not find an equalizer. Anthony Elanga’s effort struck the post late in the match and rolled across the goal line before being cleared. Jordan Pickford also denied Yoane Wissa in the closing stages as Everton protected their lead. Newcastle’s substitute Jacob Ramsey was sent off deep into stoppage time after receiving two yellow cards in quick succession. The dismissal left the hosts with 10 players for the closing moments. Newcastle’s supporters booed the team at halftime and after the final whistle, according to match coverage. The first half...