Howe revels in feeling that's been all too rare

EDDIE Howe revelled in the celebrations as his Newcastle United players savoured their victory over Everton in front of the away fans at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

- By JOE THOMAS

Eddie Howe celebrates the win at Everton

With the ground empty apart from the travelling supporters, the Magpies boss joined his players on the pitch as they enjoyed their first win on the road since April.

It was a far cry from the frustration Newcastle felt in this fixture last season when Anthony Gordon missed a penalty in a goalless draw at Goodison Park - and a different feeling to the final game of the last campaign when Everton won at St James' Park.

Speaking after the match, Howe was unable to hide his delight at the emphatic 4-1 success.

On breaking a terrible away record, he said: "It was really important because obviously we haven't had that feeling enough, or at all.