Steve Bruce's position as Newcastle head coach has been the subject of intense speculation for much of the season, but after a shift in approach could things be about to change for the Magpies and their boss?
Given their team's wretched form, Newcastle fans might have been forgiven for dreading the trip to Goodison Park.
However, a switch to a 4-4-2 diamond formation and a more ambitious approach helped secure their first win in 12 games in all competitions, thanks ultimately to Callum Wilson's well-taken double.
It was a win the visitors thoroughly deserved and reward for a set-up Bruce called "brave".