The Premier League season kicks off with a compelling clash at St. James' Park as Newcastle host Liverpool on August 23rd, 2026. Both sides ended last season with inconsistent runs, Newcastle managing two wins from their final five league outings, contributing to a 38% win rate overall. Liverpool mirrored that mixed form with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five, culminating in a slightly stronger 47% win rate for the campaign.
Historically, this fixture promises goals and drama, as evidenced by recent head-to-head results including a thrilling 3-3 draw and a 4-1 Liverpool victory. With an Over 2.5 goals odds of 1.51, another high-scoring affair seems probable. Liverpool arrive as favourites with odds of 2.125, reflecting their better league position last term and a 50% win probability. However, Newcastle, priced at 3.375 for the home win, will be keen to make a statement on opening day. Key narratives revolve around which team can shake off their end-of-season rust and start strong. Expect a tactical battle in midfield and a focus on clinical finishing, as both teams will be desperate to avoid an early setback.
24. E. Jaouen, 5. F. Schar, 8. A. Bamba, 10. W. Osula, 17. B. Toure, 23. J. Murphy, 28. J. Willock, 33. D. Burn, 35. D. Charlton, 41. J. Ramsey, 51. L. Shahar
25. G. Mamardashvili, 47. C. Ramsay, 3. W. Endo, 44. L. Chambers, 21. K. Tsimikas, 42. T. Nyoni, 10. A. Mac Allister, 19. H. Elliott, 53. J. McConnell, 23. V. Munoz, 14. F. Chiesa
Match events
5' Goal Normal Goal — A. Elanga (Newcastle) (assists: W. Osula)
25' Card Yellow Card — Y. Wissa (Newcastle)
30' Card Yellow Card — M. Kerkez (Liverpool)
30' Card Yellow Card — J. Frimpong (Liverpool)
34' Card Yellow Card — L. Miley (Newcastle)
55' Goal Normal Goal — C. Gakpo (Liverpool) (assists: R. Gravenberch)
56' subst Substitution 1 — S. Steur (Newcastle) (assists: J. Ramsey)
56' subst Substitution 2 — W. Osula (Newcastle) (assists: J. Willock)
57' Goal Normal Goal — J. Willock (Newcastle) (assists: Y. Wissa)
63' subst Substitution 1 — R. Ngumoha (Liverpool) (assists: V. Munoz)
63' subst Substitution 2 — F. Wirtz (Liverpool) (assists: A. Mac Allister)
65' Card Yellow Card — J. Ramsey (Newcastle)
70' subst Substitution 3 — J. Jacquet (Liverpool) (assists: R. Araujo)
76' subst Substitution 3 — A. Elanga (Newcastle) (assists: J. Murphy)
76' subst Substitution 4 — L. Miley (Newcastle) (assists: A. Bamba)
78' subst Substitution 4 — R. Gravenberch (Liverpool) (assists: L. Koumas)
79' Card Yellow Card — J. Murphy (Newcastle)
90'+1 Card Yellow Card — V. van Dijk (Liverpool)
90'+3 Card Yellow Card — L. Hornicek (Newcastle)
90'+5 subst Substitution 5 — Y. Wissa (Newcastle) (assists: F. Schar)
Global 
.png)
