Everton beat Newcastle 1-0 as Grealish questions linger

Everton beat Newcastle United 1-0, and the talk afterwards was as much about a player who did not play as about the goal.

Jack Grealish was left out of Everton's squad for the match after a breach of club discipline, which means he broke club rules. BBC Sport reported the exclusion before the game.

Everton manager David Moyes said the decision to leave Grealish out was the club's. BBC Sport He was asked again after the final whistle whether Grealish could return for Monday's game. Moyes did not answer that question. He also declined to say more about why Grealish had been absent.

Jordan Pickford started in goal for Everton, as the club confirmed before kick-off. Everton FC

Moyes spoke about the result itself in his post-match reaction, which the BBC has published as video. BBC Sport Matches decided by a single goal often turn on one moment, and this one was no different. The scoreline is simple. The questions around the squad are not.

For Everton supporters, the next few days will bring a clearer picture of whether Grealish is back in contention. Until Moyes says more, the only certain facts are the scoreline and the absence.