Newcastle United and Everton will meet at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh for a pre-season friendly on Wednesday, 12 August at 17:15 BST. The match will be played at the 67,000-seater venue. Both clubs finished the 2025-26 Premier League season on 49 points, with Newcastle placed 12th and Everton just below on goal difference. Premier League matches begin again on 22 August, ten days after the friendly. Everton manager David Moyes said the fixture in a major stadium will support preparation for the campaign and reflects Everton’s strong connection with Scotland and its travelling supporters. Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe said the match provides an important test against Premier League opposition and expects a special atmosphere from fans in Edinburgh.
""An exciting test against Premier League opposition at a historic venue like Murrayfield will play an important part in our pre-season preparations. "I'm sure our fans will bring a special atmosphere to Edinburgh for a fantastic summer away day, giving the players a massive lift as we build towards the new campaign.""
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