Newcastle United face Everton on the final day of the Premier League season as they aim to qualify for the Champions League.
So it all comes down to this. A gruelling and historic season is finally coming to an end as Newcastle United wrap things up against Everton.
It’s already been the best season in decades for Newcastle after they ended their long wait for a trophy by lifting the Carabao Cup.
But whether the campaign ends in celebration or regret will depend on how they fare against Everton and whether or not Eddie Howe can secure Champions League football.
It’s one of the few games on the final day that actually has something on the line and here is everything you need to know.
What time does Newcastle United vs Everton kick off?
Newcastle will take on Everton at St. James’ Park on Sunday, May 25, the final day of the Premier League season.
The match, as with every other game on the final day, will get underway at 4pm.
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How to watch Newcastle vs Everton
In a baffling development, Newcastle vs Everton has been snubbed for TV coverage despite being one of the few remaining games with actual stakes riding on it.
The straight shootout for a Champions League place between Nottingham Forest and Chelsea has understandably been selected by Sky Sports but so has Liverpool vs Crystal Palace, which is a complete dead rubber.
Manchester United vs Aston Villa will also be televised by TNT Sports.
Newcastle vs Everton live stream
As a result, there is also no live stream of the game available in the UK but BBC Radio Newcastle will provide live commentary.
How Newcastle United can qualify for the Champions League
Despite their excellent Premier League season and a top-four finish looking all but secured at one point, Newcastle could still miss out on Champions League qualification.
A win over Arsenal last week would have practically guaranteed their place but now they sit level on points with Chelsea and Aston Villa, while Forest are just one behind.
Should Newcastle finish in the top five, they will secure a Champions League place. A win over Everton will ensure that happens, thanks to their vastly superior goal difference over Aston Villa.
However, anything less than three points could see them drop out if results elsewhere go against them.
Newcastle will be in Europe next season regardless, as they have a guaranteed Europa Conference League place after winning the Carabao Cup and would qualify for the Europa League if they finish sixth.
| Position | Team | Played MP | Won W | Drawn D | Lost L | For GF | Against GA | Diff GD | Points Pts |
| 1 |  LiverpoolLiverpool | 37 | 25 | 8 | 4 | 85 | 40 | 45 | 83 |
| 2 |  ArsenalArsenal | 37 | 19 | 14 | 4 | 67 | 33 | 34 | 71 |
| 3 |  Man CityManchester City | 37 | 20 | 8 | 9 | 70 | 44 | 26 | 68 |
| 4 | NewcastleNewcastle | 37 | 20 | 6 | 11 | 68 | 46 | 22 | 66 |
| 5 |  ChelseaChelsea | 37 | 19 | 9 | 9 | 63 | 43 | 20 | 66 |
| 6 |  Aston VillaAston Villa | 37 | 19 | 9 | 9 | 58 | 49 | 9 | 66 |
| 7 |  Nottm ForestNottingham Forest | 37 | 19 | 8 | 10 | 58 | 45 | 13 | 65 |
| 8 |  BrightonBrighton | 37 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 62 | 58 | 4 | 58 |
| 9 |  BrentfordBrentford | 37 | 16 | 7 | 14 | 65 | 56 | 9 | 55 |
| 10 |  FulhamFulham | 37 | 15 | 9 | 13 | 54 | 52 | 2 | 54 |
Newcastle vs Everton team news
Newcastle will be sweating over the fitness of star striker Alexander Isak for the final game of the campaign.
The super Swede has been troubled with a groin issue throughout the season and it reared its ugly head again last week, ruling him out of the Arsenal defeat.
Newcastle missed Isak massively against the Gunners but, thankfully, he is expected to be fit enough to play.
Meanwhile, Newcastle remain without Joelinton, Lewis Hall, Kieran Trippier and Matt Targett.
Everton have their own concerns and will be missing James Tarkowski, Orel Mangala, Seamus Coleman, Jesper Lindstrom and Jarrad Branthwaite.
Referee and officials
- Referee: Tony Harrington
- Assistants: Dan Cook, Sam Lewis
- Fourth official: Tom Neild
- VAR: Paul Tierney
- Assistant VAR: Wade Smith
Prediction
This is bound to be an extremely nervy affair against an Everton side who are no longer pushovers under David Moyes. The longer Newcastle go without a goal, the edgier St. James’ Park will become.
But Newcastle have risen highest when the pressure has been intense this season. With the home backing and so much more to play for, they should get over the line.
Prediction: Newcastle United 2-0 Everton.
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