A familiar Premier League fixture returns to Anfield with European implications firmly in play. Liverpool look to turn their home ground into a springboard up the table after an uneven league stretch, while Newcastle United arrive knowing a result on Merseyside could reignite their push toward the top six. Recent meetings between these sides have delivered goals, drama, and momentum swings — and Saturday projects as another tightly contested affair.
Resume Check
Liverpool
• League Position: 6th (10–6–7, 36 points)
• Last Five (All Competitions):
• W vs Qarabag (6–0, UCL)
• L vs Bournemouth (2–3, EPL)
• W vs Marseille (3–0, UCL)
• D vs Burnley (1–1, EPL)
• W vs Barnsley (4–1, FA Cup)
Newcastle United
• League Position: 9th (9–6–8, 33 points)
• Last Five (All Competitions):
• D vs Paris Saint-Germain (1–1, UCL)
• L vs Aston Villa (0–2, EPL)
• W vs PSV Eindhoven (3–0, UCL)
• D vs Wolves (0–0, EPL)
• L vs Manchester City (0–2, Carabao Cup)
Last Five Head-to-Head (All Competitions)
• Newcastle United 2–3 Liverpool
• Liverpool 1–2 Newcastle United (Carabao Cup)
• Liverpool 2–0 Newcastle United
• Newcastle United 3–3 Liverpool
• Liverpool 4–2 Newcastle United
Players to Watch
Liverpool
• Mohamed Salah — Still Liverpool’s offensive fulcrum, combining creativity with late-game decisiveness.
• Hugo Ekitike — The club’s top league scorer, dangerous with his movement and finishing inside the box.
• Alexis Mac Allister — Growing influence in midfield and controls the game from the middle.
Newcastle United
• Bruno Guimarães — Newcastle’s most important all-around player, capable of controlling tempo and breaking lines.
• Nick Woltemade — A physical forward who provides a focal point and aerial threat.
• Harvey Barnes — Offers pace and directness on the wing, especially dangerous in transition.
How Liverpool Win
• Control possession and dictate tempo at Anfield.
• Stretch Newcastle’s back line with wide play and quick switches.
• Press high to force turnovers and create chances in advanced areas.
How Newcastle United Win
• Stay compact defensively and limit space between the lines.
• Break quickly through midfield runners and direct counters.
• Capitalize on set pieces and moments of transition.
Prediction: Liverpool are still searching for consistency in the Premier League this season, but Anfield could be the place where things start to click. Coming off a dominant 6–0 win over Qarabag on Wednesday, the Reds should carry that momentum into a tough test against Newcastle. Expect a competitive, high-energy match, but Liverpool’s home advantage and attacking depth make the difference late.
Give me the Reds.
Liverpool 2, Newcastle 1.
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