Kieran Trippier issues Newcastle United apology & Everton mock Anthony Gordon - five things

Rarely, if ever, in recent seasons, are Newcastle United beaten comprehensively. And it took a late capitulation at Goodison Park to see hosts Everton put the Magpies to the sword.

Three inexplicable errors from one of Eddie Howe's star men Kieran Trippier gifted the game to the Toffees, although up to that point, it's not like United had really done enough to win the game themselves.

Here we take a look at where it all went wrong for United - starting with their right-back's performance.

Uncharacteristic Trippier

For so long Newcastle United's Mr Reliable. The experienced defender cost his team badly with THREE errors leading to goals as time ticked on.

It was so out of character for a player who has looked back to his very best

Two of the goals came from the defender gifting possession to Everton, then the third he played sub Beto onside as he sat well behind his fellow backline.

This will well and truly one to forget for Trippier, who apologised to the away fans at the end.

Rushed and sloppy

Everything Newcastle tried to do, particularly in the opening 45, seemed to fall short. It all just seemed rushed and sloppy, when really, the game was there for the taking, if even a half-form Magpies turned up.

Weirdly, although three goals came after the break, it was probably that half in which United looked more likely to break the deadlock. Well, until the mistakes crept in.

Hard to break down Everton

The hosts set out to limit Newcastle - and they did a near perfect job of it.

The right-hand side combination of Ashley Young, usually a full-back these days, with Seamus Coleman worked a treat in keeping the Magpies' usually rampaging left quiet, largely.

The midfield offered little space in which United could operate. It was a typical Sean Dyche-like show.

Anthony Gordon 'off day'

He's set his standards so high - and he's been so, so good, so it seems daft to call him out for a slight dip. But Anthony Gordon wasn't quite his usual self at his former home.

Did the occasion get the better of him a touch? Everton fans probably thought so with their 'Gordon - what's the score?' jibe, or was it just one of those days in front of goal? Either way, he had enough chances to win it for United and failed to do so.

While I've mentioned Gordon, it is only fair to bring the other two frontmen into it, too, with Alexander Isak and Miguel Almiron falling well below their usual standards, too.

Away day woes continue

While the Magpies have been sensational at home, they're nowhere near on their travels.

They've won just once in the Premier League this campaign, at Sheffield United, albeit emphatically.

That needs to change if they're to keep challenging. Spurs on Sunday? We certainly hope so.