Second Half | Newcastle ⚫⚪ 🆚 Liverpool 🔴

Full Time | ⚫⚪ 2-2 🔴

IT'S ALL OVER AT ST JAMES’ PARK! Liverpool rescues an almost impossible draw against Newcastle United after a dramatic finish to their opening match of the Premier League season.

The Magpies were on the verge of claiming all three points after goals from Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock, while Cody Gakpo had scored for the Reds. But just when the match appeared to be over, a costly mistake from Lewis Hall resulted in a penalty after Víctor Muñoz was brought down inside the box in stoppage time.

Dominik Szoboszlai made no mistake from the spot, scoring the dramatic equalizer in the 90+7th minute. Newcastle United lets a victory slip away at the death, while Liverpool, despite being far from its best, somehow leaves St James’ Park with a point.

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GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL FOR LIVERPOOL!!! DOMINIK SZOBOSZLAI!!! The Hungarian steps up in the biggest pressure moment and converts from the penalty spot! A dramatic late equalizer for the Reds at St James’ Park! Just when Newcastle United was seconds away from securing all three points, Liverpool somehow finds an improbable 2-2 equalizer with virtually the final kick of the match. ABSOLUTE DRAMA IN NEWCASTLE!

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PENALTY FOR LIVERPOOL!!! Absolute drama at St James’ Park! With time virtually up, Víctor Muñoz goes down inside the box after a foul from Lewis Hall, and the referee points to the spot. A massive mistake from the Newcastle United defender! The Magpies had all three points within their grasp, but Liverpool now has a golden opportunity to rescue a draw with virtually the final kick of the match.

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NEWCASTLE UNITED ALMOST HAS THE THIRD!!! Once again, the Magpies cause damage with a lightning-fast transition. Yoane Wissa finds himself one-on-one with Alisson and has the chance to virtually put the game to bed, but the Brazilian goalkeeper produces a huge save to keep Liverpool alive. That could have been the third — and potentially the knockout blow!

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Liverpool continues to search for an equalizer, but it now feels more like desperation than a clear attacking plan. Alexander Isak, booed throughout the match by the Newcastle United supporters, looks uncomfortable on his return to St James’ Park and has yet to register a shot on target. The Reds are not playing well, and time is quickly becoming their biggest enemy.

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Time is running out for Liverpool! Less than 15 minutes remain, and Andoni Iraola’s midfield looks ineffective, struggling to find the fluidity needed to create danger. Newcastle United is producing a very complete performance: defending with discipline, controlling the spaces and continuing to threaten a third goal whenever it regains possession. The Reds’ chances are becoming increasingly rare.

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Newcastle United is now the better side at St James’ Park. The Magpies have taken possession away from Liverpool, are controlling the tempo and creating the more dangerous opportunities. The hosts have come very close to finding a third goal, while the Reds are now struggling to regain control of the match. Newcastle is pushing to finish this off!

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WHAT A GOOOOOOOOAL FOR NEWCASTLE UNITED!!! JOE WILLOCK HAS JUST COME ON AND HE'S ALREADY ON THE SCORESHEET!!! An immediate response from the Magpies after Liverpool’s equalizer — and once again, they strike with the same formula that has caused problems all match long. Newcastle wins the ball, explodes forward on the counterattack and Willock fires a brilliant finish across Alisson, who has absolutely no chance. St James’ Park erupts again!

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GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL FOR LIVERPOOL!!! CODY GAKPO!!! He tried from distance just a few minutes ago, and this time he makes no mistake. The Dutchman receives the ball with space outside the box and unleashes a low rocket that flies into the corner beyond Lukáš Horníček. You simply cannot give Gakpo that much room! The Reds are level, and St James’ Park is stunned.

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Liverpool comes close! Cody Gakpo tries another way to break down the Magpies’ defense, unleashing a powerful long-range effort that flashes just wide of Lukáš Horníček’s goal. The Reds continue to search for different ways to find the equalizer and are becoming increasingly dangerous.

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An open and highly entertaining match at St James’ Park! Liverpool continues to push for the equalizer and is trying to establish itself in the opposition half, but Newcastle United has already responded with a couple of dangerous transitions. The pace of Yoane Wissa and Anthony Elanga on the break is causing serious problems for the Reds’ defense. A goal could come at either end!

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The second half is underway at St James’ Park! Liverpool has 45 minutes to find an equalizer and change the story of its Premier League opener, while Newcastle United looks to protect the lead secured by Anthony Elanga’s goal and claim its first three points of the season. Everything is still to play for in Newcastle!

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First Half | Newcastle ⚫⚪ 🆚 Liverpool 🔴

⏱️ Half-Time | ⚫⚪ 🆚 🔴

The first half comes to an end at St James’ Park! Newcastle United struck early through Anthony Elanga and used its pace in transition to cause major problems for Liverpool throughout much of the opening 45 minutes.

The Reds improved as the half progressed, dominating possession and putting increasing pressure on Lukáš Horníček’s goal, but they have yet to find the equalizer. Liverpool now has the entire second half to respond and avoid opening its Premier League campaign with a defeat.

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Liverpool is now in control at St James’ Park. The Reds have pushed higher up the pitch, moving the ball around the box and looking to create danger with crosses as they get closer and closer to Lukáš Horníček’s goal. Newcastle United remains patient and compact, waiting for the right moment to unleash another devastating counterattack.

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The match continues to follow the same script at St James’ Park. Liverpool controls possession and looks for spaces between the hosts’ lines, but Newcastle United continues to rely on pace and balls in behind the Reds’ full-backs. The Magpies know exactly where they can hurt the visitors and keep attacking the wide areas whenever they break forward.

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Liverpool is dominating possession and trying to establish itself in the opposition half, but Newcastle United has found a clear way to hurt the Reds: long balls into the space behind the full-backs. The Magpies are attacking those areas with tremendous pace and causing major problems for the Liverpool defense. Every Newcastle transition carries a real sense of danger at St James’ Park.

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WHAT A SAVE BY LUKÁŠ HORNÍČEK!!! Florian Wirtz pounces on a rebound and fires a dangerous effort toward goal, but Newcastle United’s Czech goalkeeper, making his official debut today, produces a spectacular stop. A huge save from Horníček to deny Liverpool the equalizer!

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A frantic start at St James’ Park! Liverpool is trying to respond after conceding early, with Virgil van Dijk already attempting a shot that went wide. However, Newcastle United remains extremely dangerous whenever it wins the ball and breaks in transition. Tremendous pace, intensity and a relentless tempo in these opening minutes of the Premier League.

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GOOOOOOOOOAL FOR NEWCASTLE UNITED!!! Anthony Elanga puts the Magpies ahead and St James’ Park erupts! A spectacular counterattack from the hosts, led by William Osula, who bursts forward before laying the ball off to Elanga. The Swedish winger races into position and fires a brilliant finish across Alisson to score the opening goal of the match. What a start for Newcastle!

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WE'RE UNDERWAY AT ST JAMES’ PARK! The ball is rolling as Newcastle United and Liverpool begin their 2026-27 Premier League campaigns. It also marks the beginning of a new era for both clubs, with Matthias Jaissle making his official debut in the Magpies' dugout and Andoni Iraola taking charge of his first competitive match as Reds boss.

The Premier League journey begins for two giants with plenty to prove!

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Pregame | Newcastle ⚫⚪ 🆚 Liverpool 🔴

A powerful and emotional scene at St James’ Park! Liverpool came out for the warm-up wearing a special tribute to Kevin Keegan, with every Reds player sporting the iconic No. 7 on the back alongside the name “KEEGAN.”

A tribute filled with history for Liverpool’s legendary No. 7, a man who also left an unforgettable legacy at Newcastle United. Before the ball even starts rolling, two clubs are united in honoring one of English football’s great icons.

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An emotional moment at St James’ Park. Newcastle United and Liverpool come together to pay tribute to Kevin Keegan, a true legend who left an unforgettable mark on the history of both clubs. 

Keegan made 323 appearances for Liverpool between 1971 and 1977, becoming one of the Reds’ greatest icons while wearing the famous No. 7 shirt. Years later, he wrote another unforgettable chapter with Newcastle, first as a player and then as manager, leading the Magpies to promotion to the Premier League in 1993 before building the legendary “Entertainers.”

Today, club colors are put aside. Newcastle and Liverpool, two clubs united by the same legend, honor the eternal Kevin Keegan.

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Everything is ready at St James’ Park! Newcastle United and Liverpool are preparing for one of the biggest matches of the opening weekend of the 2026-27 Premier League.

And one statistic shows just how difficult this matchup has been for the Magpies: Liverpool is unbeaten in its last 19 Premier League matches against Newcastle, recording 14 wins and five draws. The Reds are also undefeated in their last nine league visits to St James’ Park, with six wins and three draws.

And keep an eye on the closing minutes: each of the last three Premier League meetings between these teams at this stadium featured a result-altering goal after the 90th minute. Everything points toward another dramatic afternoon in Newcastle.

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Everything is ready at St James’ Park! Newcastle United and Liverpool are preparing for one of the biggest matches of the opening weekend of the 2026-27 Premier League. A spectacular atmosphere in Newcastle for a clash between two teams beginning a new season with major expectations. Kickoff is getting closer!

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The 2026-27 Premier League kicks off with a blockbuster matchup. Newcastle United host Liverpool this Sunday at St. James' Park, in a game that will immediately test the ambitions of two teams looking to play major roles this season.

For Newcastle United, starting the campaign at home represents a great opportunity to make a statement from Matchday 1. The Magpies will have one of the most passionate fan bases in England behind them and will look to use the atmosphere at St. James' Park to open the season with three points.

On the other side are Liverpool, who begin a new era under Andoni Iraola. After a preseason filled with changes, the time has come to see on the pitch just how far the Reds' new project can go.

Newcastle Look to Make Home Advantage Count

Newcastle United begin a new season determined to remain among the most competitive teams in English soccer.

The Magpies know that hosting Liverpool on Matchday 1 represents a difficult test, but it also provides the perfect opportunity to start the campaign with authority in front of their supporters.

Recent meetings between the two teams have produced matches of enormous intensity, and Newcastle already know what it means to defeat the Reds on a major stage.

Dan Burn was one of the key figures when the Magpies defeated Liverpool in the 2025 Carabao Cup final, scoring one of the goals that helped the club lift the trophy.

Now, a new story begins.

Newcastle want to turn St. James' Park into a fortress from the very first match of the season.

Newcastle Lineup

Liverpool Begin a New Era Under Iraola

For Liverpool, all eyes will be on Andoni Iraola.

The Spaniard officially begins his Premier League tenure with the mission of building a team capable of competing for trophies, and his first test will come at one of the most difficult stadiums in the competition.

The squad has also undergone significant changes. Curtis Jones has just completed a permanent transfer to Inter Milan, while players such as Víctor Muñoz are preparing for their first campaign with the Reds.

Iraola used preseason to begin implementing his ideas, but now comes the real test.

Liverpool need to show from Matchday 1 that they have what it takes to compete near the top of the table.

Liverpool Lineup

A High-Level Opening Test

Newcastle will also have to keep a close eye on several Liverpool players capable of making the difference.

Alisson Becker, for example, could record his 138th clean sheet for the club and move into sole possession of fourth place on the Reds' all-time list in that category. Harvey Elliott is one appearance away from reaching 150, while Ryan Gravenberch could make his 100th Premier League appearance.

But Newcastle come first.

The Magpies want to open the season with a victory in front of their supporters and prove once again that they can compete against England's biggest clubs.

Then comes the challenge for Iraola and his Reds.

Newcastle want to defend their home.

Liverpool want to begin a new era with three points.

The wait is over.

The Premier League is back.

Match Information

Match: Newcastle United vs. Liverpool
Competition: 2026-27 Premier League
Matchday: 1
Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. ET / 8:30 a.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. UK
Stadium: St. James' Park
City: Newcastle upon Tyne, England