Newcastle vs Liverpool Prediction & Preview with Lineups and Odds

*Odds are subject to change.

Round two of the 2025/2026 Premier League season sees Newcastle host Liverpool at St James’ Park. Emotions will run high on Tyneside in this bank holiday blockbuster fixture.

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak wants to join Liverpool. So there’s added spice to this fixture. Eddie Howe’s Magpies will have extra motivation to defeat Arne Slot’s reigning champions.

The big match kicks off at 8:00 UK time on Monday 25 August 2025. Experienced match referee Simon Hooper will take charge in the middle. Assisted by Adrian Holmes and Simon Long.

The Latest News for Newcastle

A challenging transfer market and the Isak saga have dominated Newcastle’s summer. Yet, manager Eddie Howe has invested well. Adding new recruits Anthony Elanga, Malick Thiaw, Aaron Ramsdale, and Jacob Ramsey.

Newcastle will balance Champions League football with league action this season. The return of big European nights promises to boost spirits at St James’ Park.

The only injury is Joe Willock‘s calf complaint, and he’s expected to return in mid-September. Alexander Isak is still excluded from first-team training until his future is resolved. Newcastle have no official suspensions after one Premier League match.

Newcastle Form

Newcastle battled to a tough opening day 0-0 draw at Aston Villa. This sees them sitting 12th in the league table with one point gained so far.

Yet the Toon Army will be more confident playing at home. They aim to lay an early-season marker by beating Liverpool and moving up the standings.

The Latest News for Liverpool

As you’d expect, defending Premier League champions Liverpool are full of confidence. New arrivals Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, and Jeremie Frimpong may take time to gel. But the foundations are in place for another successful campaign.

Liverpool have a few first-team injuries. Stefan Bajcetic (hamstring) and Conor Bradley (muscle injury) are unavailable for selection. Plus, Frimpong suffered a hamstring issue in their first league game. So right-back is a concern, and Joe Gomez or midfielder Wataru Endo may fill the gap.

Ryan Gravenberch has served his suspension. He’s available for selection in this match.

Liverpool Form

Liverpool started their title defence with a pulsating 4-2 home win over Bournemouth. With three points on the board, they take fourth place in the table behind early leaders Man City.

With main striker Ekitike flanked by the pace of Mo Salah and Cody Gakpo, the Reds look potent in attack. Yet the defence looks shaky so far. New full-backs Frimpong and Milos Kerkez must adjust to a revamped back four.

Newcastle vs Liverpool Previous Meetings

Looking at the five most recent battles, the H2H stats show Liverpool have the advantage. Except Newcastle’s 2025 League Cup final win.

• 16 March 2025: Liverpool 1 – Newcastle 2
• 26 February 2025: Liverpool 2 – Newcastle 0
• 04 December 2024: Newcastle 3 – Liverpool 3
• 01 January 2024: Liverpool 4 – Newcastle 2
• 27 August 2023: Newcastle 1 – Liverpool 2

Newcastle vs Liverpool Predicted Lineups

Newcastle (4-3-3): Nick Pope – Kieran Trippier, Fabian Schar, Dan Burn, Valentino Livramento – Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali, Joelinton – Anthony Elanga, Anthony Gordon, Harvey Barnes

Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Allison – Joe Gomez, Virgil Van Dijk, Ibrahim Konate, Milos Kerkez – Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch – Florian Wirtz, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah – Hugo Ekitike

What Channel is Newcastle vs Liverpool on?

UK fans can tune into the match live on Sky Sports Main Event or Sky Sports Premier League TV channels.

Newcastle vs Liverpool Prediction

This promises to be a high-octane Monday night thriller. Plenty of goals look likely, but we struggle to pick a winner in the Final Result market.

Rather, our main prediction is for the match to finish in a draw. The 3.80 odds available at Bet365 look like a value selection. If Newcastle can contain Liverpool’s attacking flair.

Our second prediction is in the over/under goals betting. Check out the over 3.5 goals option at odds of 2.30 with Betway. This fixture generally produces lots of goals, as in the 3-3 draw back in December 2024. Plus, Liverpool often plays a fast-paced attacking style, scoring and conceding many goals. Matched up against Newcastle’s 4-3-3 tactics, the match should be an open affair.