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Newcastle vs Liverpool is the pick of the opening weekend at St James’ Park, with the visitors marginal favourites in a meeting of two heavyweights.
Liverpool have the better recent record and Alexander Isak returns to his former home among their ranks, but Newcastle are always formidable on Tyneside. Andy Francis has the best bets, our score prediction and the head-to-head record below. The game kicks off at 4.30pm BST on Sunday, August 23rd.
Premium Tips
Andy narrowly favours the visitors in a high-quality contest, with Alexander Isak and the goals leading the best bets.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool to win Alexander Isak to score anytime | 7/4 | Alexander Isak’s move away from St James’ Park dominated last summer, but he didn’t have the debut season at Anfield that he would’ve hoped for. Liverpool head into the season with genuine strength across the pitch, with Gakpo and Chiesa offering further support, and they arrive with the better recent record in this fixture. Newcastle will be roared on by a typically ferocious St James’ Park crowd, but Liverpool’s greater squad depth and Isak’s added motivation make backing both the win and the anytime scorer a smart combination at 7/4. |
| Amar Dedic and Alexis Mac Allister to be booked and Virgil Van Dijk over 1.5 shots | 28/1 | Amar Dedic arrives at Newcastle with an aggressive, high-energy style at full-back and will be tested repeatedly by Liverpool’s wide threat, the kind of afternoon that often ends with a name in the book. Alexis Mac Allister sits at the heart of Liverpool’s midfield and is no stranger to a card himself when protecting possession or breaking up Newcastle’s counters. Virgil van Dijk remains a constant menace from set pieces and regularly gets shots away from corners and free-kicks, giving him every chance of clearing 1.5 shots on his own. Stack all three together and this looks a well-priced 28/1. |
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How Newcastle United go into the game
Newcastle finished 12th last season on 49 points, a frustrating campaign by their recent standards despite the noise St James’ Park generates. They will want a statement start at home.
Nick Woltemade leads the attacking options as Newcastle look to rediscover their best. St James’ Park remains one of the most intimidating venues in the country on the big occasions.
How Liverpool go into the game
Liverpool finished fifth last season on 60 points, a step below their own standards but with the squad to challenge again. A strong start on the road would set the right tone.
Alexander Isak leads the line, with Cody Gakpo and Federico Chiesa adding to a dangerous attack. Liverpool have the better recent record in this fixture and travel with confidence.
Newcastle United vs Liverpool head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31/01/26 | Liverpool | 4-1 | Newcastle United |
| 25/08/25 | Newcastle United | 2-3 | Liverpool |
| 16/03/25 | Liverpool | 1-2 | Newcastle United |
| 26/02/25 | Liverpool | 2-0 | Newcastle United |
| 04/12/24 | Newcastle United | 3-3 | Liverpool |
Liverpool have won three of the last five meetings, with the games consistently high-scoring. Newcastle’s win in that run came in the 2025 League Cup final.
Newcastle United vs Liverpool predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool to win | 10/11 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Better recent record and firepower to match. |
| Alexander Isak anytime scorer | 20/21 | ⭐⭐⭐ | One of the deadliest strikers in the league. |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1/2 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Recent meetings have been high-scoring. |
| Both teams to score | 4/9 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Both attacks carry a real threat. |
| Newcastle 1-2 Liverpool | 17/2 | ⭐⭐ | Our headline scoreline for an away win. |
Newcastle United vs Liverpool score prediction
This is a heavyweight opener and St James’ Park will be rocking, but Liverpool’s quality and superior recent record in the fixture give them the edge. We expect a high-scoring game that the visitors just about win. Score prediction: Newcastle United 1-2 Liverpool.
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