- Date and Time: Wednesday, December 4, 19:30 GMT+1
- Venue: St James’ Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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| Newcastle United vs Liverpool | December 4, 19:30 GMT+1 |
| Newcastle United odds | 4.16 |
| Liverpool odds | 1.76 |
| Draw | 4.06 |
| Over\Under | Total 2.5: 1.60/2.33 |
Newcastle United vs Liverpool Preview
Newcastle United
Newcastle are in 11th place in the Premier League standings with a goal difference of 14-14, which fully reflects their erratic form under Eddie Howe.
The Magpies’ inconsistency is quite difficult to explain, and we can only note regular lapses in defense and problems with building positional attacks against organized defensive teams as the cause.
However, there are also games in which Newcastle demonstrate solid defensive play, create dangerous chances, and confidently convert those opportunities.
Eddie Howe on creating the right environment for his side:
“It is about giving players the confidence, making the environment so they can be comfortable and free.” pic.twitter.com/fBWogYVHmJ
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) December 3, 2024
At home, Newcastle lost to Brighton and West Ham, although they secured deserved victories in matches against Tottenham and Arsenal. Eddie Howe’s team alternates defeats with only occasional wins in away matches.
Perhaps the return of Jamaal Lascelles and Sven Botman in early 2025 will help stabilize Newcastle’s defense, but for now, it is not clear what to expect from the Magpies in the next matches.
| Recent Form | DLWWW |
| Key Players to Watch | Bruno Guimarães, Anthony Gordon, Harvey Barnes |
| Team Strengths | Pressing and quick attacks. |
| Team Weaknesses | Unstable play in defence, and positional attacks against deep defensive blocks |
| Key injuries and suspensions. | Jamaal Lascelles (Knee Injury), Sven Botman (Knee Injury), Alexander Isak (Groin/Hip/Pelvic Injury) |
Liverpool
After victories over Real Madrid and Manchester City, Liverpool strengthened their lead in the Premier League and Champions League standings.
Arne Slot’s team showcased remarkable defensive organization, successfully limiting the attacking potential of these two top rivals while showing great combination football in attack.
It is still uncertain how long Liverpool will maintain their dominance over opponents in each match, and it’s important to note that in away matches, the Reds often win with great difficulty.
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The Reds are on the road to take on Newcastle United at St James’ Park 🏟️🔴 pic.twitter.com/1cJia0wkBa
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) December 3, 2024
In their last six away fixtures, Liverpool managed victories only by narrow margins and conceded six goals in their previous three matches on the road.
This issue arises because Liverpool often find it challenging to maintain a high tempo and pressing game away from home as effectively as they do at Anfield. It is quite possible that in the match against Newcastle, after two difficult meetings against Real Madrid and Manchester City, the Reds will have problems with maintaining a high intensity.
| Recent Form | WWWWW |
| Key Players to Watch | Mohamed Salah, Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai |
| Team Strengths | Pressing and quick attacks |
| Team Weaknesses | – |
| Key injuries and suspensions. | Alisson (Thigh Injury), Harvey Elliott (Ankle/Foot Injury), Diogo Jota (Chest/Abdominal Injury), Konstantinos Tsimikas, Federico Chiesa, Conor Bradley (Thigh Injury), Ibrahima Konaté (Knee Injury). |
Newcastle United vs Liverpool Head-to-Head Statistics
In the Premier League, Newcastle last beat Liverpool back in 2015 with a 2-0 win. But since then, the Reds have won in 11 of their head-to-head matches and have never lost, only drawing three times.
At St James’ Park, Liverpool have won five of their last seven matches. Few teams in the Premier League can claim such a successful record.
Bet hereNewcastle United vs Liverpool Player Focus
Mohamed Salah faced very strong opposition from Nathan Aké in the match against Manchester City, yet the Egyptian player made a goal and perfectly converted a penalty.
Facing Lewis Hall, Salah will likely exploit Newcastle’s defensive vulnerabilities, particularly their inconsistent pressing structure and gaps in counter-pressing. Without adequate defensive support, Hall may struggle to contain the Egyptian’s sharp movement, clinical finishing, and ability to thrive in 1v1 situations.
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) December 2, 2024
Without the injured Alexander Isak, who has not displayed clinical finishing in recent matches, Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes will be the key players moving forward for Newcastle. Both strikers are still far from their best form, scoring only six goals combined in the last 13 rounds, but they are quite capable of causing trouble for their opponents with their timely bursts behind the backs of the defenders.
Newcastle United vs Liverpool Preview, Tactical Analysis
It remains uncertain whether Newcastle will employ a high pressing tactic in a 4-3-3 formation against Liverpool, who have effectively dealt with the pressing strategies of their previous opponents.
On the other hand, Newcastle could also try to close in a low block in a 5-4-1 and look for their chances in rare counterattacks.
Newcastle United vs Liverpool Prediction
- Football Pick: Shots On Target. Liverpool to win
- Odds: 1.4 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Newcastle United 1-1 Liverpool
Anything can be expected from Newcastle in this match – from a crushing defeat to even a victory over the Reds. The result will largely depend on how dynamic Newcastle can be and their ability to defend and attack effectively, similar to their performances against Tottenham and Arsenal.
Liverpool, despite a series of very difficult matches, still demonstrates a high level of physicality. They will surely be able to neutralize the opponents’ attack while also managing to take more shots on target than their opponents in this match.
Newcastle United vs Liverpool Prediction, Betting Tip
- Football Pick: Player To Score Or To Provide An Assist: Mohamed Salah
- Odds: 1.5 (22Bet)
Mohamed Salah has been in fantastic form, consistently scoring a goal or providing an assist in 12 out of his last 14 matches. Even in the match against Real Madrid, he just lacked a bit of luck to find the back of the net.
Considering Newcastle’s defensive instability, I choose Mohamed Salah to score a goal or make an assist.
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