Everton and Newcastle played to a thrilling goalless draw, with the spotlight on Anthony Gordon during his return to Goodison Park. The Newcastle forward had a chance to make an impact but was thwarted by his England teammate, Jordan Pickford, who saved his penalty attempt. Gordon, a former Everton player, also squandered several opportunities during open play, as Eddie Howe's team struggled to capitalize on their recent strong performance against Manchester City. The match saw Everton pressing for a second-half penalty when Dan Burn brought down Dominic Calvert-Lewin in a promising position, but the video assistant referee ruled that Calvert-Lewin had committed a foul first. Overall, the match was an entertaining affair, but neither side could find the back of the net.