Newcastle 0 - 1 Liverpool - The Player Ratings
Alisson Becker - 7.5
The nervy situations were inevitable, but this man dealt with such moments like the worlds greatest keeper should. The chances for Newcastle were limited, but everything was smothered by the giant Brazilian.
Joe Gomez - 8.5
Effort and tenacity in abundance. He was up and down the line constantly, and looks like the relative freedom is being basked in. The odd cross field ball was on point, and the crossing was pretty good too. The defensive …
Newcastle 0 - 1 Liverpool - Man Of The Match
Naby Keita
It’s amazing that he’s Liverpool’s third best midfielder this season, with such a brilliant term of form.
He kept things ticking today, was efficient in possession, and pressed whenever it was required. Such a balanced player, that simply has to play when Thiago does not.
The goal was critical, and he took it like a seasoned striker. His movement quality today stood out, and he was the player able to drive from midfield …
Observations: The Reds celebrate Jurgen's new contract with a win
Today Liverpool were the calmest ones in the room. Many fans will have been increasingly nervous as the seconds ticked by and the scoreline stayed at just 1-0, but despite a few misplaced passes, the Reds stayed as calm as you like, defended the space, and gave up nothing to see out the win. Newcastle had a measly 4 shots in the game, all of which were from considerable distance and didn't give Alisson much trouble. Joe Gomez, rotated in …
What should Liverpool do with Joe Gomez?
Joe Gomez made his first start in the Premier League for 468 days in Liverpool’s 3-1 win over Norwich City. He was used as a right-back with Trent Alexander-Arnold being given a rare day off.
Some thought he did well, others really did not like him in the full-back role. I think how you viewed this outing was tied to the expectations you had heading into the match.
He was not ever going to replicate what Alexander-Arnold does for the …
Liverpool’s Route To Fantasy Football
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Klopp admits Liverpool have "nobody else to blame" but themselves after Anfield draw
Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp insists The Reds have "nobody else to blame" but themselves after failing to finish Newcastle off on Saturday.
Mohamed Salah's early strike put Liverpool on the front foot. However, some dismal finishing and poor game management meant Klopp and co had to settle for a draw after Joe Willock's injury-time equaliser for The Magpies.
The result leaves Liverpool four points behind Chelsea and the top four with just five games remaining to fight for points.
Speaking …
"We have to deserve it" - Liverpool midfielder laments dropped points against Newcastle
Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcântara believes his team failed in "the essence of sport" when they did not seal the win against Newcastle.
Thiago, of course, was discussing The Reds' many missed chances in front of goal after going 1-0 ahead as early as the third minute. Mohamed Salah scored a beautiful strike to put Jürgen Klopp's men ahead early doors. However, countless more missed opportunities from Sadio Mané, Diogo Jota, Roberto Firmino, and Salah, meant Liverpool were hanging on for …
Liverpool FC Weekend News Roundup
It was another eventful weekend for Liverpool with a disappointing Premier League result plus news on a transfer deal apparently almost done.
Reds drop vital points against Newcastle
Liverpool failed to capitalise on several gilt-edged goal opportunities against Newcastle on Saturday to take all three points. Mohamed Salah put The Reds in front with an astounding touch and finish on the turn, just three minutes into the game. However, Salah, Sadio Mané, Diogo Jota, and Bobby Firmino all had chances …
Will this be Liverpool's starting lineup to face Newcastle on Saturday?
Liverpool play Newcastle at Anfield in Saturday's early Premier League game. We've had a look at Jürgen Klopp's likely starting lineup.
The Reds are two points off Chelsea and the top four and, with six games to play, time is quickly running out.
Newcastle arrive at Anfield on the back of two consecutive wins and it looks like Steve Bruce's men will cling onto their Premier League status for another year at least.
Liverpool are without Joe Gomez, Virgil van …
Liverpool vs Newcastle United Preview - Magpies arrive at Anfield in flying form
THE DETAILS
Venue – Anfield, Liverpool
Referee – Andre Marriner
Date & Time – Saturday, April 24th @ 12:30
Current Odds – Liverpool 2/7, Draw 19/4, Newcastle 8/1
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What a shitshow we've witnessed in the football world in the last few days. Our club, disappointingly, was at the centre of all that is wrong with the game at the minute. The proposed Super League was a dire idea and I hope it dissolves into the ether like the scarily …