The Magpies proved very impressive last season but lost twice to Jurgen Klopp’s side who were the only team to beat Eddie Howe’s side both home and away.
Still, St James’ Park has been transformed into something of a fortress under Howe and it’s still unclear how successful the Reds’ rebuilding has been.
While there have been promising signs at times, Liverpool still have a lot to prove.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game…
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Date, kick-off time and venue
Newcastle vs Liverpool is scheduled for Sunday 27 August 2023 at 4:30pm BST.
St James’ Park in Newcastle will be the host.
Where to watch Newcastle vs Liverpool?
TV channel: The match will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Reporting begins at 4 p.m.
Live broadcast: Subscribers can access a live stream via the Sky Go app.
live blog: Follow all the action with standard sport‘s dedicated match blog!
Newcastle vs Liverpool team news
Joelinton should be fit for the hosts despite limping off injured in the Manchester City defeat, while Joe Willock, Emil Krafth and Javier Manquillo are unavailable.
Liverpool have Alexis Mac Allister available after his red card against Bournemouth was overturned.
Jurgen Klopp has confirmed Trent Alexander-Arnold’s availability after injury concerns but Ibrahima Konate is in doubt. Thiago Alcantara and Curtis Jones are absent.
Mac Allister is available to Liverpool after his red card was overturned
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Prediction Newcastle vs Liverpool
Newcastle may have been a disappointment against City but were strong enough at home and have the tools to punish a Liverpool side who are uncertain defensively.
Newcastle wins 2-1.
Head to head history (h2h) and results
Newcastle wins: 50
Draw: 44
Liverpool wins: 91
Latest Newcastle v Liverpool odds
Newcastle wins: 6/5
Draw: 14/5
Liverpool wins: 2/1
Odds via Betfair and subject to change.
Source : www.standard.co.uk