Premier League 2023-24: Liverpool vs Newcastle United – Preview, live stream, where and how to watch

Premier League table-toppers Liverpool host Newcastle United and Eddie Howe at Anfield as they face a daunting challenge. Liverpool have won their last 27 home games against Newcastle who will be looking to secure a victory.

Liverpool have been performing consistently and will be looking to maintain their top form as a goal in this game would mark Mohamed Salah‘s 150th for the Merseyside Reds. On the other hand, after beginning the season as one of the most improved sides, the Magpies are stuck in a slump as the year comes to an end. They recently fumbled a lead over Nottingham Forest and have won just one of their last five games in the league.

Liverpool will be looking to maintain their dominance at the top of the league as Arsenal recently lost to West Ham and Manchester City have been picking up form challenging for the league again. Newcastle United displayed strong valor in their attempt to qualify for the Champions League. With victories over PSG at home, St. James’ Park had become a fortress for the side.

Liverpool and Newcastle United in the Premier League 2023/24 season so far 

Liverpool brought in some big names, like Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig, Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton and Rayan Gravenberch from Bayern Munich. They have drawn their last important game against Arsenal 0-0. They cruised through a comfortable victory against West Ham in the EFL cup 5-1. Liverpool have won their last 3 games and drawn 2 in the League and have become proper title contenders.

Newcastle United brought in huge names in Sandro Tonali from AC Milan, Lewis Hall from Chelsea, and Harvey Barnes from Leicester who have been hugely influential for the side. Even though Allan Saint-Maximin left the club, Miguel Almiron stepped up his game and Alexander Isak has been in great form for the side.

That José Enrique pass ?
That Luis Suarez touch and goal ?

What a goal this was vs Newcastle ✨ @Jesanchez3pic.twitter.com/ZkVgHBqzu1

— Anything Liverpool (@AnythingLFC_) December 30, 2023

Liverpool had a tough 22/23 season, ending in 5th place and missing the Champions League. They revamped their midfield due to key player losses. Now, with 42 points, they’re tied for first with Aston Villa, who’s also having a strong season. Newcastle, now in ninth place, aims to earn points for a higher rank and European qualification.

Liverpool vs Newcastle United: Predicted line-ups 

Liverpool enters the new year grappling with an extensive injury list, depriving them of the services of key players. Kostas Tsimikas, Ben Doak, Joel Matip, Stefan Bajcetic, Thiago Alcantara, and Andrew Robertson are all ruled out for Monday’s game against Newcastle. While Alexis Mac Allister is on the brink of returning from a knee injury, a starting role seems unlikely, pending a final assessment.

Despite these setbacks, Wataru Endo is expected to maintain his role in the number six position after an impressive December. However, manager Jürgen Klopp might opt for recalls, with Dominik Szoboszlai, Ibrahima Konate, and Luis Diaz likely to feature prominently after being benched in the previous match.

On the Newcastle front, the injury struggles persist, although the absentee list has shortened. Eight players, including Nick Pope, Jacob Murphy, Harvey Barnes, Jamaal Lascelles, Elliot Anderson, Javi Manquillo, Joe Willock, and Matt Targett, remain sidelined. Sandro Tonali continues to serve his betting ban until August 2024.

Despite the challenging circumstances, Joelinton has been deemed fit to make the bench, presenting a potential threat to Sean Longstaff’s starting spot. Manager Eddie Howe faces tactical decisions, contemplating whether to introduce Tino Livramento in place of Dan Burn, with the latter’s imposing frame potentially advantageous against the formidable Virgil van Dijk.

Liverpool predicted playing XI:

• GK: Alisson 
• LB: Tsimikas 
• CB: Van Dijk and Konate 
• RB: Alexander-Arnold 
• CM: Mac Allister 
• CM: Gravenberch 
• CM: Szoboszlai 
• RW: Salah
• LW: Diaz 
• ST: Nunez 

Newcastle United predicted playing XI:

• GK: Dubravka
• LB: Burn
• CB: Schar and Botman 
• RB: Trippier 
• DM: Miley
• CM: Guimaraes
• CM: Joelinton 
• RW: Almiron 
• LW: Gordon 
• ST: Isak

Liverpool vs Newcastle United: Match prediction

This match, just like all previous Liverpool-Newcastle fixtures, is bound to be a blockbuster. Two teams that play great football while also having just a point difference will ensure fans enjoy the match. Newcastle United will be looking for redemption after their recent upsets so they will be looking to win the game as well.

The Magpies strive to overcome their injury woes and produce a competitive performance against Liverpool. The Reds’ Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, Ibrahima Konate, and Joe Gomez suffered knocks during their international matches, but look fit to play. Andy Robertson dislocated his shoulder in October while representing Scotland and just underwent surgery, so he will miss out. 

Prediction: Liverpool 3-1 Newcastle United  

When and where to watch? 

Liverpool will host Newcastle United at the Anfield Stadium on 2nd January. The scheduled kick-off time according to different time zones is 3:00 pm (EST), 8:30 pm (GMT), and 1:30 am (IST). 

Here are the ways you can watch the match: 

• USA: Peacock (Television)
• USA: Peacock (Digital) 
• UK: Sky Sports Main Event (Television)
• UK: Sky Sports Premier League (Television)
• UK: Sky Sports Ultra HDR (Television)
• UK: Sky Go 
• India: Star Sports Select 1 (Television)
• India: Disney+Hotstar (Digital)

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