Newcastle and Liverpool meet on Monday night at St James’ Park in a clash that promises plenty of drama.
The Magpies are still without star striker Alexander Isak, whose transfer saga with Liverpool has dominated headlines.
Eddie Howe’s side looked blunt in attack during their 0-0 draw with Aston Villa last weekend, and pressure is growing with three straight league games without a goal (counting the final two games of last season).
Liverpool, on the other hand, opened their campaign with a 4-2 win over Bournemouth. Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah were both on target, showing that Arne Slot’s men will not be short of firepower, adding Gakpo and Ekitike in the mix.
However, defensive gaps remain a concern, as the Reds have managed just one clean sheet in their last 10 matches.
History is also against Newcastle. The Magpies have not beaten Liverpool in their last 17 Premier League meetings. But under Howe, they have built a strong home form, winning six of their last seven at St James’ Park.
For Liverpool, one goal would equal their longest-ever scoring streak in the top flight. For Newcastle, a win would finally lift the weight of the Isak saga. Either way, Monday night could be decisive.
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When is Newcastle United vs. Liverpool: Premier League 2025/26?
Liverpool will kick off their first away game in 2025/26 Premier League journey against Newcastle at St James’ Park on August 25, at 8:00 p.m. (local time).
Here’s how that time translates across some of the major territories:
Region Kick-off Date Kick-off Time
USA Monday, August 25 3:00 p.m. (ET)
UK Monday, August 25 8:00 p.m. (BST)
India Tuesday, August 26 12:30 a.m. (IST)
Nigeria Monday, August 25 8:00 p.m. (WAT)
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Newcastle United vs. Liverpool: Premier League live stream, TV channel
Here are all the details about where you can watch Newcastle United vs. Liverpool in major regions across the world:
Region TV Channels Streaming Platforms
USA USA Network fuboTV, nbcsports.com, NBC Sports App
UK (England) Sky Sports Premier League Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Go
India Star Sports Select HD1, Star Sports Select 1 Disney+ Hotstar
Nigeria SuperSport Premier League Nigeria, SuperSport MaXimo 2 DStv Now
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Newcastle United vs. Liverpool: Predicted lineup and team news
Alexander Isak remains out of the squad as his transfer standoff continues. The striker is still pushing for a move to Liverpool and will not feature.
Eddie Howe could welcome Joe Willock back from a calf injury, though his minutes may be managed.
New signing Jacob Ramsey is waiting for his debut but may have to settle for a place on the bench.
That means Anthony Gordon, Anthony Elanga, and Harvey Barnes are in line to lead the attack. Barnes will look to test Liverpool’s right side, where injuries have left the visitors short.
Newcastle predicted XI (Formation: 4-3-3): Pope — Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento — Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton — Elanga, Gordon, Barnes.
Arne Slot will be without Jeremie Frimpong, who is sidelined until after the international break.
Conor Bradley has just returned to training, and Joe Gomez’s workload is being monitored. With options thin, Dominik Szoboszlai could be asked to fill in at right-back.
Ryan Gravenberch is available again after suspension, while Mohamed Salah will look to extend his stunning run of 10 goals and eight assists against the Magpies.
Liverpool predicted XI (Formation: 4-2-3-1): Alisson — Szoboszlai, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez — Gravenberch, Mac Allister — Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo — Ekitike.
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Newcastle United vs. Liverpool: Prediction
Liverpool may not be the strongest at the back, but Newcastle, without Alexander Isak, look short of firepower.
Eddie Howe’s side created little against Aston Villa and must be sharper to trouble the Reds. With Mohamed Salah leading the attack, Liverpool’s forward line should have enough to edge it at St James’ Park.
Prediction: Newcastle 1-3 Liverpool.