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There is no doubt that the 2-1 win against Crystal Palace last weekend was a real relief. Up until then Sean Dyche's team didn't manage to win recording one draw and four losses. Many fans were and still are worried that the team will be stuck in a relegation battle like last year. That's why this win was a relief. After two league home games in a row in which the Toffees conceded exactly three goals, this was already progress. Up front they had a very good Dwight McNeil that day, who scored twice after falling behind. Last season Everton kept a clean sheet in four of their last six matches. Newcastle are still conceding too many goals away from home. Three times in the last five away games they have conceded at least two goals. Everton now have the wind in their sails and are looking to celebrate their second home win in a row. This could result in a lively match with a few chances to score. Everton have lost only two of their last 12 home games against Newcastle.