Kieran Trippier has hailed the character shown by Newcastle United after their midweek victory over Everton.

The Magpies came from behind to defeat Everton 3-1 due to an own goal from Mason Holgate, and strikes by Ryan Fraser and Trippier himself, with the victory lifting the club above Burnley in the Premier League table.

"It shows massive character from the team. We are going to need everybody, we know the position we are in. We got a great three points but still loads of games to go and we are taking one at a time," Trippier told BT Sport.

"To concede from a set-piece was disappointing, but to come from behind shows character and bodes well for the rest of the season. The most important thing is the team and the team performance.

"I came here to challenge myself and help my teammates. I am here to help on and off the pitch, most important thing is results and to stay in the Premier League and that's our aim."

Newcastle United are in action again on Saturday as they face Aston Villa in the Premier League.