Football Prediction | Newcastle United vs Liverpool | Premier League | August 26 – Can the Magpies Protect St. James?

The stage is set at St. James’ Park for Newcastle’s clash with Liverpool. With both squads stacked in attack and hungry for European qualification, this promises to be an electrifying encounter. Newcastle’s high energy at home could give them the edge, but Liverpool’s forward power remains a constant threat. Fans can expect an entertaining and fiercely contested evening in the North East.

Newcastle United vs Liverpool Form Guide

Newcastle United

Newcastle have started the season well, combining resolute defending with effective attacking transitions. Nick Pope has offered a lot of confidence in goal. In midfield, Bruno Guimarães and Sandro Tonali create a perfect blend. Their partnership keeps the game flowing smoothly while also carving open spaces behind the opposition lines. Elanga has started brightly and so has Gordon. The pace that Newcastle have in wide areas has been a handful for teams in the league thus far.

Liverpool

Liverpool have mixed quality experience with youth and enthusiasm, and are looking particularly sharp in attack and solid in midfield. The goalkeeper role feels safe with Alisson’s consistency. Meanwhile, Van Dijk takes charge of the backline as its undisputed leader. Szoboszlai and Mac Allister have brought creativity and control to the midfield. Offensively, Salah’s finishing and the creativity of Wirtz, Gakpo and Ekitiké in attack make for one of the most dangerous attacking units in the league.

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Newcastle United vs Liverpool Key Battles

Anthony Elanga vs Mohamed Salah

Elanga has stepped up as Newcastle’s main attacking outlet, using his pace and direct runs to trouble defences. His finishing ability has been crucial in converting chances into goals. Salah, however, remains one of the league’s most consistent scorers, with his movement and clinical edge making him a nightmare for defenders. Both players’ ability to take their chances could define the match.

Anthony Gordon vs Hugo Ekitiké

Gordon offers Newcastle creativity and energy from the wide areas, capable of scoring and providing key passes. His link-up with Barnes and Elanga has been vital in creating attacking opportunities. Ekitiké, on the other hand, brings pace and unpredictability to Liverpool’s attack, combining well with Gakpo and Wirtz. Their contributions in terms of goals and assists may heavily influence the result.

Newcastle United vs Liverpool Tactical Outlook

Newcastle are expected to press high, using intensity to disrupt Liverpool’s build-up play. Bruno Guimarães will be central in controlling possession and linking defence with attack. Wide players like Gordon and Elanga will look to exploit space behind Liverpool’s full-backs. The Cherries aim to stay organized as a unit. From that base, they’ll break forward quickly to punish openings.

Liverpool are likely to dominate possession, with Szoboszlai and Mac Allister dictating the rhythm in midfield. Salah will be their main attacking weapon, supported by Wirtz’s creativity and Gakpo’s intelligent movement. Klopp’s side will push full-backs high to stretch Newcastle’s defence, though injuries could affect their width. Their tactical focus will be on breaking Newcastle’s press while capitalizing on defensive gaps.

Head-to-Head Encounters

Liverpool usually have a grip on this fixture and take full advantage of their attacking prowess against them. Playing away at Newcastle feels like hitting a brick wall.They have also been impossible to beat partly because of their crowd, who makes their players reach further. The last few meetings have been rapid affairs and there has been a goal at both ends at least in each of these. It will be yet another open, entertaining game.

Injury News and Suspensions

Newcastle United

Newcastle face some important absences going into this game. Alexander Isak is suspended, taking away a major focal point in attack. Joseph Willock is sidelined until mid-September with an ankle injury, limiting midfield depth. Despite this, the Magpies still have enough quality to pose a serious challenge.

Liverpool

Liverpool are also dealing with some important injuries. A muscle setback has ruled Conor Bradley out of the squad. Jeremie Frimpong is out with a hamstring injury until mid-September, which hampers Liverpool’s attacking width. Stefan Bajcetic is thought to be back from his hamstring injury late August, but may not be back for this match.

Newcastle United vs Liverpool Possible Playing Squad

 Newcastle United 

Nick Pope (GK), Kieran Trippier, Fabian Schär, Dan Burn, Valentino Livramento, Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimarães, Joelinton, Anthony Elanga, Anthony Gordon, Harvey Barnes

Liverpool

Alisson (GK), Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, Milos Kerkez, Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, Mohamed Salah, Florian Wirtz, Cody Gakpo, Hugo Ekitiké, Jeremie Frimpong

Match Details at a Glance

Newcastle United vs Liverpool Match Prediction

Both teams have attacking firepower, but Liverpool’s experience in big games may give them a slight advantage. Newcastle’s home form, however, ensures this will be a close and intense battle.

Newcastle United vs Liverpool Score Prediction

Newcastle United 1–2 Liverpool – Elanga to strike for the hosts, with Salah and Gakpo finding the net for the visitors. Liverpool’s clinical edge could make the difference at St. James’ Park.

Disclaimer: This Football prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.