Liverpool squared off against Newcastle United at St. James’ Park today, aiming for a positive result in the Premier League. The match started with a shaky performance from the Reds, who conceded the first goal just five minutes in, as Anthony Elanga found the net. By half-time, Andoni Iraola’s side was trailing 1-0.

The Reds found their footing in the second half, with Cody Gakpo scoring an impressive equaliser in the 55th minute. However, Newcastle responded swiftly; Joe Willock regained the lead for the home team shortly thereafter. In a dramatic turn, Liverpool equalised again in injury time with a penalty scored by Dominik Szoboszlai, concluding the match in a hard-fought 2-2 draw.

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The performance of each Liverpool player will now be examined.

GK: Alisson Becker – 6/10

He made several solid saves but was unable to prevent two goals from crossing the line.

RB: Jeremie Frimpong – 6/10

Frimpong showed inconsistency in defence but created some positive opportunities in attack.

He performed well defensively and was assertive with his passing.

CB: Virgil Van Dijk – 7/10

Van Dijk provided crucial defensive clearances while also being a threat during offensive plays.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – AUGUST 23: Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker of Liverpool react during 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: Milos Kerkez – 6.5/10

He demonstrated effort on both ends of the pitch throughout the match.

CM: Dominik Szoboszlai – 7/10

Szoboszlai frequently posed a threat in attack and successfully converted a penalty in the final moments.

CM: Ryan Gravenberch – 6.5/10

Gravenberch showcased moments of quality in midfield, earning an assist for his contribution.

RW: Rio Ngumoha – 6/10

Ngumoha’s impact on the match was minimal during his time on the field.

CAM: Florian Wirtz – 6.5/10

Wirtz displayed some promise in the final third and maintained tidy ball control.

LW: Cody Gakpo – 8/10

Gakpo not only contributed defensively but also took a shot at goal, managing to score the equaliser in the 55th minute.

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ST: Alexander Isak – 7/10

Isak presented challenges for the opposing centre-backs but did not score.

CM: Alexis Mac Allister – 6.5/10

Mac Allister brought energy to Iraola’s midfield efforts.

RW: Victor Munoz – 7/10

Munoz created issues for Lewis Hall and earned the penalty that Szoboszlai converted.

CB: Ronald Araujo – 6.5/10

Araujo showed strength in aerial duels and maintained accurate passing throughout the match.

Liverpool faced off against Newcastle United at St. James’ Park earlier today as they looked to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Reds made a slow start to the game and conceded the opening goal in the fifth minute when Anthony Elanga found the back of the net. Andoni Iraola’s men went into the half-time break 1-0 down on the scoreline.

Cody Gakpo equalised for Liverpool with a great strike in the 55th minute. However, Joe Willock restored Newcastle’s lead just a couple of minutes later. The Reds ended up scoring the equaliser thanks to Dominik Szoboszlai’s strike from the penalty spot in injury time as Iraola’s players secured a hard-fought 2-2 draw at St. James’ Park.

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Let’s take a look at how each Liverpool player fared during the clash against the Magpies.

GK: Alisson Becker – 6/10

He made a few solid saves at the back but conceded two goals this afternoon.

RB: Jeremie Frimpong – 6/10

Frimpong was far from convincing when defending inside his half, but managed to engineer some decent chances in the final third.

He gave a good account of himself defensively and was positive on the ball.

CB: Virgil Van Dijk – 7/10

Van Dijk made a lot of crucial clearances at the back and was a threat at the other end of the field.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – AUGUST 23: Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker of Liverpool react during 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: Milos Kerkez – 6.5/10

He worked hard at both ends of the field.

CM: Dominik Szoboszlai – 7/10

Szoboszlai was a menace at times in the final third and managed to score from the penalty spot in injury time with an emphatic effort.

CM: Ryan Gravenberch – 6.5/10

He managed to shine at times in the middle of the park and has got an assist to show for his efforts.

RW: Rio Ngumoha – 6/10

Ngumoha was mostly ineffective during his time on the field.

CAM: Florian Wirtz – 6.5/10

He caught the eye at times in the final third and was tidy with his ball distribution.

LW: Cody Gakpo – 8/10

Gakpo worked hard defensively when needed and was not shy of having a strike at goal. He equalised for the Reds in the 55th minute.

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ST: Alexander Isak – 7/10

He was a real handful for the Newcastle centre-backs, but there was no goal for him.

CM: Alexis Mac Allister – 6.5/10

Mac Allister added some energy to Iraola’s midfield.

RW: Victor Munoz – 7/10

He caused a few headaches for Lewis Hall and managed to earn the penalty, which Szoboszlai converted in injury time.

CB: Ronald Araujo – 6.5/10

Araujo was strong in the air and was tidy with his passing.