Match Preview: Newcastle vs Liverpool - Anticipated Outcomes and Top Wagers

In a highly anticipated match-up, Newcastle United and Liverpool are set to face off on Monday, 25 August 2025, at 21:00. The atmosphere at St. James' Park is expected to be intense due to Liverpool's pursuit of Newcastle's striker, Alexander Isak, who is refusing to play.

Ryan Gravenberch, recently returned from suspension, will start in midfield for Newcastle. However, Federico Chiesa, who scored in the last match, is set to remain on the bench. The Magpies are currently struggling to find the back of the net, having failed to score in their last three matches. Eddie Howe, the head coach of Newcastle United, is expected to lead a disciplined display focused on pressing and fast counters.

Newcastle's opponents, Liverpool, are unbeaten in 17 EPL matches against Newcastle, with 12 wins and 5 draws. Liverpool's star player, Mo Salah, has a remarkable record against Newcastle, scoring 10 goals in his last 14 EPL matches. However, Liverpool have struggled recently, winning only one of their last six matches.

Liverpool's defence could be weakened due to injuries. Jeremie Frimpong is out with a hamstring injury at right back, and both Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez are injury doubts. This could potentially allow Curtis Jones to play at fullback.

For Newcastle, the absence of Isak could see Anthony Gordon playing as a centre forward. The featured bet for this match is Liverpool winning, both teams scoring, and Salah scoring anytime at 4.50. An alternate bet is Liverpool winning at 2.00.

Newcastle finished the 2024-2025 season strongly, with a six-match winning streak between March and April. Highlights include a 1-0 win at West Ham, a 2-1 win against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final, a 4-1 victory over Man Utd, and a 5-0 thrashing of Crystal Palace. However, they lost three of their final six league matches, which could indicate a potential weakness that Liverpool may look to exploit.

This promises to be an exciting match, with both teams eager to start the new season on a high note. Will Newcastle break their losing streak against Liverpool, or will Liverpool continue their dominance? Only time will tell.