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Liverpool are expected to face a tough challenge against Newcastle. |
Liverpool entered the match with contrasting moods across two fronts. In the Champions League, Arne Slot's team displayed their strength by thrashing Qarabag 6-0 to confidently secure their place in the round of 16.
However, in the Premier League, "The Kop" suffered a puzzling slump, going five consecutive games without a win in 2026, causing them to drop out of the Champions League qualification spots. Even more worrying, Liverpool consistently lost points in injury time, with their psychological weaknesses becoming a persistent problem.
On the opposite side, Newcastle also lacks the necessary consistency. Their 0-2 home defeat against Aston Villa exposed their heavy reliance on Bruno Guimaraes. Despite recently drawing with PSG in the European Cup, the Magpies' away form in the Premier League is alarming, with three goalless matches and six consecutive away games without scoring in 11 away games.
History is entirely on Liverpool's side. Newcastle have gone 18 consecutive Premier League matches without a win, with Anfield being a real nightmare for the home team during their 29-match unbeaten run there. Newcastle's last victory at Anfield dates back to the last century.
Liverpool will have to solve their defensive problems with Frimpong, Leoni, and Conor Bradley absent, while Konate and Joe Gomez's participation is uncertain. Nevertheless, Mohamed Salah remains their biggest hope.
With the home advantage and the Anfield jinx, Liverpool are considered the slightly stronger team. However, given their makeshift defense, a closely contested and dramatic match is a very likely scenario.
Source: https://znews.vn/truc-iep-liverpool-vs-newcastle-post1624252.html
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