There will be a high-voltage English Premier League match on Super Sunday. Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United will host Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool on Sunday at St. James Park. They have maintained their superb form in this current league campaign after being a very strong side last season.
The Magpies started the new Premier League campaign with a flying 5-1 victory against Unai Emery’s Aston Villa. In the 2nd game, they fought neck to neck with the Champions, Manchester City. However, Man City secured the victory by a tiny 1-0 margin after a tough fight.
Meanwhile, Liverpool’s start was not like the Magpies. Their first match ended with a 1-1 tie against Chelsea FC. But the Klopp boys made no mistakes and secured the win in their 2nd game against Brentford.
Stats & Facts
Liverpool have failed to secure top-four places last season, yet they defeated Newcastle United in both meetings. The All-Reds have very good records at St. James Park against Newcastle United, winning three of their last four games away from home.
Moreover, the Magpies are winless in their last 13 Premier League games against Liverpool. They lost nine and tied the remaining four of those games.
Defensive stats have been a matter of concern for Newcastle boss Eddie Howe. His side has kept only two clean sheets in their last 20 games in the Premier League. However, Eddie Howe has lost 15 of his 17 games as a manager against Liverpool.
Team News
Liverpool have been boosted up with the recovery of Trent Alexandre Arnold. He has got a knock during the match against AFC Bournemouth. However, he has recovered and is ready to play tomorrow.
Mac Allister was booked a red card in Liverpool’s last game, but Liverpool appealed against it and has been successful. That is why Mac Allister is free to play against Newcastle United. But Thiago Alcantara and Curtis Jones remain out of the squad as they both are injured. Defender Ibrahim Konate is still in doubt, but Klopp will wait for him until the last.
As for Newcastle United, Joelinton was taken off against Man City after the first half. But the manager confirms Joelinton has recovered and is fit to play. Unfortunately, Joe Willock will miss the game due to injury.
The Possible Lineup for Newcastle United:
Pope; Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn; Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Almiron, Isak, Barnes
The Possible Lineup for Liverpool:
Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Endo, Szoboszlai; Salah, Jota, Diaz
Prediction: Newcastle 2-1 Liverpool
Liverpool haven’t been at their best in their last two games. Their defense has been a concern for Jurgen Klopp. Meanwhile, Newcastle United showed their attacking prowess in their opening game. Against Man City’s limitless press, Newcastle United conceded only one goal.
Moreover, Newcastle United will have thousands of home fans support at St. James Park. Therefore, we predict Newcastle will win against Liverpool tomorrow.
Betfair Odds
Newcastle United: 2.24
Draw: 3.85
Liverpool: 3.00
