In a remarkable turnaround, Everton catapulted themselves out of the Premier League relegation zone with an emphatic 3-0 triumph over Newcastle on Thursday. The Merseyside club had been grappling with the consequences of a 10-point deduction, a penalty imposed last month due to financial rule violations. Undeterred, Everton showcased resilience, securing consecutive victories that propelled them to 17th place, a mere point above the dreaded drop zone.

The turning point occurred in the 79th minute when Dwight McNeil orchestrated a left-footed strike, deflecting past Newcastle's goalkeeper Martin Dubravka. Abdoulaye Doucoure extended Everton's lead in the 86th minute, and Beto sealed the victory with a goal in the 96th minute. Despite their recent success, the 10-point deduction still places Everton 10 positions below Newcastle, highlighting the stark impact of the penalty on their league standing.