Liverpool vs. Newcastle Predictions

• When: Saturday, January 31, 9 pm CET
• Where: Anfield Road, Liverpool, England

The Reds and the Magpies are in a desperate battle for the place that leads to the UEFA Champions League next year. They are playing poorly compared to expectations these days, and whoever loses this event could suffer a major setback. In Liverpool’s case, maybe even radical changes, such as a manager change. Pressure is high on both units, and the fact that they play UCL games midweek will only make things harder.

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Liverpool

The Reds haven’t won in the EPL in the past 5 games, and after 4 consecutive ties, they lost last weekend on the road to Bournemouth, 3-2. Once again, they wasted everything in the finish, allowing the rivals to break their fragile defense and inflict their first loss after 13 straight events.

Liverpool’s recent home results aren’t encouraging for the fans, with the Reds winning and tying three games each over the past 6, posting very, very mixed performances. As stated earlier, their defense is catastrophic and the main reason for all the problems.

Four of the previous 6 games at Anfield across all competitions featured under 2.5 goals, which is interesting given that Liverpool usually plays in high-scoring games.

Newcastle

After beating PSV in the UCL, 3-0, Newcastle suffered a hard slap in the face this weekend at the hands of Aston Villa. It was 0-2 at St. James’ Park for the Villains, who more or less routinely beat the hosts. This game has shown the difference between the Magpies and the current title contenders in the best possible way.

The big problem for Eddie Howe is his attack. We’ve stated so many times this year that Isak’s forceful departure left them no time to develop a new strategy and game plan, and the consequences are now emerging.

In three of the most recent 4 appearances, Newcastle couldn’t score a single goal. Now, that’s alarming, no matter the circumstances.

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Liverpool and Newcastle Possible Lineups

Liverpool: Alisson; Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Jones, Endo; Gakpo, Mac Allister, Ngumoha; Ekitike

Newcastle: Pope; Trippier, Burn, Botman, Hall; Miley, Tonali, Joelinton; Barnes, Wissa, Gordon

Liverpool vs Newcastle Head to Head

Arne Slot’s team won the opening meeting of the year, which took place at St. James’ Park, 2-3. This was Liverpool’s 8th win in the past 10 meetings against this rival.

Liverpool vs. Newcastle Predictions

To be honest, we can’t say which of these two teams oscillates more. Though due to the home-field advantage, Liverpool is a favorite, and knowing that Newcastle plays way better at St. James’ than in front of the rival’s fans, we pick the hosts to take all three points.

Our verdict: Liverpool

Liverpool versus Newcastle Odds

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