The Premier League Round 24 encounter between Liverpool vs Newcastle will be played at Anfield, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 IST on Sunday, 1 February 2026.
Liverpool return to Anfield under pressure after a five-match winless run in the Premier League—their longest such streak since January 2021. Newcastle United, meanwhile, arrive looking to capitalize on the Reds’ inconsistency and close the gap on the European places. With cold conditions expected (7°C), this fixture shapes up as a high-intensity contest driven by midfield control and transitional moments.
Match Overview – Liverpool vs Newcastle
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Liverpool vs Newcastle United |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Round | Round 24 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Sunday, 1 February 2026 – 01:30 IST |
| Venue | Anfield |
| Location | Liverpool, England |
| Capacity | 61,276 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 7°C – Cold |
Match Insight: Liverpool are winless in their last five Premier League matches, their longest drought in the competition since January 2021.
Season So Far Comparison – Liverpool vs Newcastle
| Statistic | Liverpool | Newcastle United |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 6th | 9th |
| Wins | 10 | 9 |
| Draws | 6 | 6 |
| Losses | 7 | 8 |
| Goals Scored | 35 | 32 |
| Avg Goals per Match | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Avg Goals Conceded | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| xG (Expected Goals) | 36.4 | 34.81 |
| xG per 90 | 1.58 | 1.51 |
| Clean Sheets | 7 | 7 |
The underlying metrics suggest a closely matched contest, with Liverpool holding a slight edge in attacking output, while Newcastle remain competitive across most defensive indicators.
Recent Form Guide – Liverpool vs Newcastle
Liverpool – Last 5 Premier League Matches
| Matchweek | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | Leeds (H) | D 0–0 |
| 20 | Fulham (A) | D 2–2 |
| 21 | Arsenal (A) | D 0–0 |
| 22 | Burnley (H) | D 1–1 |
| 23 | Bournemouth (A) | W 3–2 |
Newcastle United – Last 5 Premier League Matches
| Matchweek | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | Burnley (A) | L 1–3 |
| 20 | Crystal Palace (H) | W 2–0 |
| 21 | Leeds (H) | W 4–3 |
| 22 | Wolves (A) | D 0–0 |
| 23 | Aston Villa (H) | L 0–2 |
Head-to-Head – Liverpool vs Newcastle
Overall Meetings (61 played)
| Team | Total Wins | Home Wins | Away Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 37 | 24 | 13 | 13 |
| Newcastle United | 11 | 10 | 1 | 13 |
Recent Head-to-Head Results
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug 2025 | Newcastle | 2–3 | Liverpool |
| 26 Feb 2025 | Liverpool | 2–0 | Newcastle |
| 04 Dec 2024 | Newcastle | 3–3 | Liverpool |
| 01 Jan 2024 | Liverpool | 4–2 | Newcastle |
| 27 Aug 2023 | Newcastle | 1–2 | Liverpool |
Liverpool have won four of the last five meetings, including the most recent clash at Anfield.
Top Scorers to Watch
- Liverpool: Hugo Ekitike – 8 goals, 2 assists (20 matches)
- Newcastle United: Bruno Guimarães – 8 goals, 3 assists (21 matches)
Ekitike has emerged as Liverpool’s primary goal threat, while Guimarães continues to influence games from midfield with timely goals and leadership.
Predicted Lineups – Liverpool vs Newcastle
Liverpool (4-2-3-1)
Alisson Becker – Dominik Szoboszlai, Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, Milos Kerkez – Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones – Mohamed Salah, Alexis Mac Allister, Florian Wirtz – Hugo Ekitike
Newcastle United (4-3-3)
Nick Pope – Kieran Trippier, Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman, Dan Burn – Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimarães, Jacob Ramsey – Harvey Barnes, Yoane Wissa, Anthony Gordon
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Liverpool | Joe Gomez, Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, Jeremie Frimpong, Stefan Bajčetić, Alexander Isak |
| Newcastle United | Emil Krafth, Fabian Schär, Jamaal Lascelles, Valentino Livramento, Joelinton |
Statistical Projection – Liverpool vs Newcastle
| Metric | Liverpool | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 48% | 24% |
| Draw Probability | 28% | — |
| Expected Possession | 55–60% | 40–45% |
| Shots on Target | 5–7 | 4–5 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.6–2.0 | 1.2–1.5 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 30% | 25% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Ekitike | Guimarães |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Liverpool 2–1 Newcastle United
Likely Scorers
- Hugo Ekitike
- Mohamed Salah
- Bruno Guimarães
Liverpool’s Anfield advantage and historical dominance over Newcastle suggest a narrow home victory, though the visitors’ midfield quality should keep the contest finely balanced.
Confidence Levels
- Liverpool Win: 48%
- Draw: 28%
- Newcastle Win: 24%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Liverpool to Win
- Over 2.0 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Anytime Scorer: Hugo Ekitike
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FAQs – Liverpool vs Newcastle
1.What time is Liverpool vs Newcastle?
Kick-off is at 01:30 IST on Sunday, 1 February 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At Anfield, Liverpool, England.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Hugo Ekitike for Liverpool and Bruno Guimarães for Newcastle United.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 2–1 home win for Liverpool.