Everton's recent form took a positive turn as they defeated Newcastle United 1-0 at St James' Park on Monday, further intensifying the pressure on Newcastle's head coach Matthias Jaissle. Thierno Barry scored the decisive goal shortly after halftime, lifting Everton to seventh place in the Premier League while leaving Newcastle struggling in 13th.

The match marked a continuation of Newcastle's disappointing run, having lost four of their last five matches across all competitions. The defeat was compounded by the late dismissal of midfielder Jacob Ramsey, who received a red card for a foul on Harrison Armstrong in the dying moments of the game. The atmosphere among the home fans was tense, with boos echoing around the stadium at both halftime and full-time as frustration mounted over the team's performance.

Jaissle, who took over the managerial role following Eddie Howe's unexpected departure, has faced significant challenges in his first season. The former Red Bull Salzburg and Al-Ahli coach has struggled to find his footing, and this latest loss has raised questions about his future at the club. With Newcastle's next match against fellow relegation battlers Fulham looming, Jaissle will be desperate for a win to alleviate the growing scrutiny.

The match itself was characterized by a lack of clear chances, particularly in the first half, which was dominated by physical play rather than creativity. Newcastle initially threatened with attempts from Harvey Barnes and Joelinton, but both efforts failed to find the target. Everton's breakthrough came four minutes after the interval when Tyrique George's shot was parried by Newcastle goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek, allowing Barry to tap in the rebound after a lengthy VAR check confirmed the goal.

Despite the setback, Newcastle had opportunities to equalize, including a close-range effort from Anthony Elanga that struck the post. However, their inability to convert chances into goals was evident, with their first shot on target only arriving in the 86th minute. Yoane Wissa's late attempt was easily saved by Everton's Jordan Pickford, who had a relatively quiet evening.

Everton's victory not only marks their second win over Newcastle in just five days, following a 3-1 triumph in the League Cup, but also ends a two-match league losing streak. The absence of Jack Grealish, who was sidelined due to disciplinary issues, did not hinder Everton's performance, showcasing the team's resilience in his absence.

As Newcastle's woes deepen, the upcoming clash against Fulham will be critical for Jaissle and his squad as they seek to turn their fortunes around and regain the trust of their supporters.