Liverpool journey to St James’ Park for one of many hardest exams of the 12 months, and a match that can point out the place the Reds stand at this early level within the Premier League season.
Newcastle vs. Liverpool
Premier League (3) | St James’ ParkAugust 27, 2023 | 4.30pm (BST)
Jurgen Klopp‘s aspect did effectively to see the sport out comfortably with 10 males in opposition to Bournemouth, and comparable management can be wanted if they’re to take something dwelling on Sunday.
The primary-half nerves have to be eradicated as Newcastle can be poised to pounce if Liverpool present indicators of weak point in defence.
It will likely be an energised stadium with a terrific environment and, ought to the Reds come away with a win, they’ll have put an actual marker right down to the remainder of the league.
Listed here are 10 issues to know forward of Newcastle vs. Liverpool:
1. Mac Allister can play!
After being despatched off final weekend, Alexis Mac Allister was set for a suspension.
Fortunately, the FA noticed sense for as soon as and overturned the choice, that means the Argentine is evident to play for the Reds once more.
It comes as a large aid as, had the pink card not been overturned, he may have probably not performed a Premier League sport for an additional month.
2. Harm information
There are optimistic and negatives within the harm division this week.
Ibrahima Konate “is a doubt” with a muscle drawback, based on Klopp. In the meantime, Curtis Jones and Thiago may even miss out, with them each set to return on Monday.
The excellent news is that Trent Alexander-Arnold is match following the knock he picked up final weekend.
3. LFC predicted lineup
The large query is what’s going to occur ought to Konate miss out?
Joe Gomez and Joel Matip are Klopp’s two different choices in defence. Matip has admitted himself that he doesn’t swimsuit enjoying in Liverpool’s new system, so Gomez may are available in.
Together with his pace and composure on the ball, the 26-year-old ought to have the ability to play the place nonetheless, he doesn’t have a lot expertise there but.
With a barely weakened backline, Klopp might begin Wataru Endo to assist out defensively. Cody Gakpo may return to the false-nine additionally.
Predicted Liverpool XI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Van Dijk, Robertson; Endo, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister; Salah, Gakpo, Diaz
4. With regards to accidents…
Konate getting injured was nearly inevitable actually, and Klopp was requested if he has sufficient depth in defence.
Suggesting he needs extra, the boss stated: “In a really perfect world we’ve six, seven, eight centre halves. We have to be fortunate with accidents.
“I’ve little question in regards to the high quality of the boys we’ve, we’ve Jarell Quansah, a super-talented participant as effectively. On this second, we’re lined however it’s not dreamland the place you could be ready for completely every scenario…
“We are going to attempt to do our best possible to have a squad subsequent week for us the place we will react on just about every thing. Is that attainable? We are going to see.”
5. Magpies have glint of their eyes
The early indicators are that Newcastle are right here to remain. Final season’s spectacular performances have continued into the beginning of this marketing campaign.
The actual take a look at will come after they should take care of enjoying Champions League soccer concurrently competing within the Premier League.
Eddie Howe has spent cash on his squad to assist put together; their new signings embrace Sandro Tonali from AC Milan, Harvey Barnes from Leicester and Tino Livramento from Southampton.
6. Joelinton “advantageous” however nonetheless some doubt
Howe has a reasonably full squad to select from. He’s, nonetheless, lacking Joe Willock who has scored twice vs. Liverpool already in his younger profession.
Joelinton was the Magpies’ massive harm doubt coming into the weekend and Howe provided an replace forward of the sport.
Their supervisor stated: “Joelinton is okay. We didn’t see him within the early a part of the week however he educated within the latter half so fingers crossed he’s OK.”
That does go away some doubt, but when he’s “advantageous,” he ought to be alright to begin.
Potential Newcastle XI: Pope; Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn; Tonali, Bruno, Joelinton; Almiron, Isak, Barnes
7. Going for a membership first
The Reds want to report three successive league wins at Newcastle for the primary time of their historical past.
Liverpool’s current kind in opposition to the Magpies appears to be like good too; final season, the Reds recorded their fourth league double over Newcastle within the final 5 campaigns.
In truth, the final Newcastle participant to attain in a win over Liverpool was Gini Wijnaldum in December 2015.
8. Salah “one hundred pc” focussed on the Reds
Salah has been the topic of rumours this week, linking him with a transfer to Al-ittihad.
Because it occurs, Liverpool are arising in opposition to a Saudi-backed membership nearer to dwelling this weekend, however Salah can be absolutely focussed on the sport.
Klopp reaffirmed he the Egyptian isn’t on the market and stated he’s “one hundred pc” concentrating on Liverpool.
9. Who’s the referee?
Fortunately, no Paul Tierney this week; John Brooks is the referee for this one whereas Simon Hooper is the VAR.
Hooper can be assisted by Constantine Hatzidakis, beforehand identified for elbowing Andy Robertson – he had the identical function for the Bournemouth sport final week.
Lee Betts and Akil Howson and are Brooks’ assistants, with Craig Pawson performing because the fourth official.
10. Observe the match with TIA
Newcastle vs. Liverpool is reside on Sky Sports activities Premier League with kickoff at 4.30pm (BST).
TIA’s matchday reside weblog can be up and working from 3.45pm, with Adam Beattie tasked with conserving you entertained and up-to-date.
Come on you Reds!
