An own-goal from Mason Holgate followed up by strikes from Ryan Fraser and Kieran Trippier was enough to defeat the Toffees on Tuesday night, securing back-to-back Premier League victories for Eddie Howe’s side in the process.
These two victories have dramatically improved spirits on Tyneside ahead of a crucial period as we creep towards the end of the 2021/22 season.
Newcastle face Aston Villa on Sunday before trips to the capital to play West Ham and Brentford.
The next three games could be crucial in their survival bid, but what is being predicted for Newcastle United this season, and what does the supercomputer from FiveThirtyEight project for the rest of the Premier League?
Have a read of what is being forecast below and follow us on Twitter @MouthofTynePod and let us know your thoughts there:
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9. Brighton and Hove Albion - 53 points
Graeme Potter has transformed Brighton into a very good footballing side and the Seagulls are being predicted a top-half finish this season. Photo: DANIEL LEAL
10. Leicester City - 51 points
The Foxes have been predicted a mid-table finish to the season. An FA Cup defeat to Nottingham Forest means Leicester’s most likely avenue to silverware, and a route back into Europe this season is the Europa Conference League. Photo: Laurence Griffiths
11. Aston Villa - 48 points
Steven Gerrard’s side are the only side that the supercomputer doesn’t believe should be battling relegation come May, nor that they have any prospects of qualifying for European football this season. Photo: Clive Mason
12. Southampton - 47 points
Victory over Spurs last night will have dramatically improved the mood around St Mary’s and having been given just a 1% chance of relegation this season, Southampton should be playing Premier League football once again next season. Photo: Mike Hewitt