Newcastle United faced off against Liverpool at St. James’ Park earlier tonight, aiming for a positive outcome at home in the Premier League. The Magpies started strong, taking the lead in the fifth minute with a goal from Anthony Elanga. Heading into the half-time break, Newcastle led 1-0.

In the second half, Cody Gakpo leveled the score for Liverpool with a well-placed strike from long distance in the 55th minute. However, the hosts quickly regained the advantage as Joe Willock scored just two minutes later. Despite their efforts, Newcastle conceded a late equaliser when Dominik Szoboszlai successfully converted a penalty during injury time. The match concluded with Newcastle and Liverpool sharing the spoils in a lively 2-2 draw.

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This report will assess the performance of each Newcastle United player during the clash against Liverpool.

He made a few important saves at the back but conceded two goals in the second half.

RB: Amar Dedic – 6.5/10

Dedic performed his defensive duties well but offered very little going forward.

CB: Malick Thiaw – 6/10

He made several key clearances during the game but lacked solidity at the back in the latter part of the match.

CB: Sven Botman – 6.5/10

Botman was effective on the defensive front, clearing the ball whenever necessary.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – AUGUST 23: Lewis Hall of Newcastle United is consoled by Amar Dedic and Malick Thiaw of Newcastle United after the Premier League 2026/27 match between Newcastle United and Liverpool FC at St James’ Park on August 23, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images)

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LB: Lewis Hall – 6.5/10

Hall performed well defensively for most of the game but gave away a penalty in injury time.

CM: Lewis Miley – 7/10

Miley made a positive impact at both ends of the pitch before being substituted in the 75th minute.

CM: Sean Steur – 6/10

Steur worked diligently in the first half but was replaced early in the second half.

RW: Anthony Elanga – 7.5/10

Elanga remained a constant threat in the final third and opened the scoring in the fifth minute.

Wissa troubled the opposition defenders and managed to record an assist.

LW: Harvey Barnes – 6/10

Barnes struggled to make an impact in the attacking third.

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ST: William Osula – 7/10

Osula proved to be a handful for the Liverpool defense, earning an assist during the match.

CM: Joe Willock – 7.5/10

Willock made an immediate impact upon substitution, scoring with a confident finish.

CM: Jacob Ramsey – 6/10

Ramsey injected some energy into Newcastle’s midfield.

RW: Jacob Murphy – 6/10

Murphy found it challenging to make a noticeable impact on the game.

Newcastle United welcomed Liverpool at St. James’ Park earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Magpies made a decent start to the game and got their noses ahead in the fifth minute thanks to Anthony Elanga’s goal. Matthias Jaissle’s men went into the half-time break 1-0 up on the scoreline.

Cody Gakpo equalised for the Reds with a good strike from long range in the 55th minute. However, Joe Willock restored his team’s lead in the 57th minute. However, Newcastle conceded a late equaliser as Dominik Szoboszlai converted his penalty in injury time. The match ended with the Tyneside club earning an entertaining 2-2 draw at St. James’ Park.

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Let’s take a look at how each Newcastle United player fared during the clash against the Reds.

He made a few important saves at the back but conceded two goals in the second half.

RB: Amar Dedic – 6.5/10

Dedic performed his defensive duties well but offered very little going forward.

CB: Malick Thiaw – 6/10

He made a lot of important clearances inside his half but failed to keep things solid at the back in the second half.

CB: Sven Botman – 6.5/10

Botman put his foot through the ball when he could on the defensive end of the pitch.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – AUGUST 23: Lewis Hall of Newcastle United is consoled by Amar Dedic and Malick Thiaw of Newcastle United after the Premier League 2026/27 match between Newcastle United and Liverpool FC at St James’ Park on August 23, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images)

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LB: Lewis Hall – 6.5/10

Hall didn’t do much wrong defensively for most of the game, but gave away a cheap penalty in injury time.

CM: Lewis Miley – 7/10

He was a positive influence at both ends of the field and was replaced in the 75th minute.

CM: Sean Steur – 6/10

Steur worked hard in the first half and was substituted early in the second half.

RW: Anthony Elanga – 7.5/10

He was a constant menace in the final third and managed to score in the fifth minute.

Wissa caused a few headaches for the opposition defenders and has got an assist to show for his efforts.

LW: Harvey Barnes – 6/10

Barnes struggled to find the cutting edge in the final third.

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ST: William Osula – 7/10

He was a real handful for the Liverpool defenders and managed to earn an assist.

CM: Joe Willock – 7.5/10

He made an instant impact off the bench by scoring with a composed finish.

CM: Jacob Ramsey – 6/10

Ramsey added some energy to Newcastle’s midfield.

RW: Jacob Murphy – 6/10

He struggled to make an impact.

His influence on the game was minimal.