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Everything you need to know before Newcastle United take on Liverpool later today.
Newcastle United face a daunting task when they welcome Liverpool to St James’ Park later today. Not only have the Magpies underwhelmed this season, but their record against the Premier League leaders is horrid.
Eddie Howe has lost all six fixtures versus the Reds since his appointment as Toon boss three years ago. In fact, Newcastle have not beaten Liverpool since Steve McClaren’s side claimed a 2-0 win in December 2015 - a 15-game run.
With Liverpool beating Real Madrid and Manchester City last week, do the Magpies stand a chance? Stranger things have happened. After all, Newcastle earned results when Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal travelled to Tyneside earlier this season.
Toon fans could be forgiven for fearing the worst but, who knows, could a Christmas miracle be upon us? NewcastleWorld has profiled everything you need to know ahead of the Premier League clash.
When is Newcastle United vs Liverpool?
Newcastle entertain Liverpool on Wednesday, December 4, with the game kicking off at 7.30pm GMT. St James' Park, the home of the Magpies since 1892, is the venue.
What TV channel is Newcastle United vs Liverpool?
Amazon Prime Video will broadcast the game to a UK audience. Coverage starts at 6.30pm. You can also follow our reporter, Jordan Cronin, on social media for full match coverage.
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Team news
Alexander Isak is the big injury concern ahead of the game. The Swede hobbled off during the 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace and declared himself fit on Monday - a fact Howe has downplayed.
Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles (both knee) and Emil Krafth (collar bone) are out. As for Liverpool, Alisson (thigh), Konstantinos Tsimikas (unspecified) Conor Bradley (hamstring), Ibrahima Konate (knee), Federico Chiesa (unspecified) and Diogo Jota (chest) are sidelined.
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