Analysis from Chris Beesley at St James' Park after Everton's Premier League clash with Newcastle
Over 11 months had gone by since the Blues’ number nine converted their last successful spot kick in what was another pivotal night from 12 yards out against Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on May 1 last year when he converted but James Maddison’s later effort that could have put the hosts 3-1 up was then saved by Pickford.
The night started predictably for the former Sunderland man as the St James’ Park stadium announcer read out his name before kick-off before leaving what felt like a very deliberate pause for the home fans to get in a hearty boo early doors. Given that they haven’t won in the Premier League since December 16, loyal but long-suffering Evertonians might wish they could turn back the clock but in truth, pantomime season has long since been and gone.
Vitalii Mykolenko’s restoral at left-back seemed like a pretty natural change given that he’s the only orthodox player in that position in the squad and he’s arguably been the most-improved member of the squad this term from last season.
Since making his first Premier League start since his loan move from Leeds United against Bournemouth, Harrison had started all but one of Everton’s 28 matches in all competitions but Young got the nod here and as well as providing more defensive cover, he also managed a shot on target before winning the all-important penalty. Food for thought ahead of Saturday’s crucial showdown at home to Burnley.
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