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Premier
League: Liverpool vs Newcastle United
Kickoff
Time: 2023-01-02 04:00 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/PHIL
NOBLE
In
the last round of the league, Liverpool achieved a 2-0 victory over Burnley in
an away match, extending their impressive unbeaten streak to 12 rounds. Their
performance has been remarkable. At their home ground, Anfield, Liverpool have
maintained an unbeaten streak of 22 games throughout the season. From a
statistical perspective, Liverpool have scored 39 goals and conceded 16 in the
league so far, showcasing their strong offensive and defensive capabilities. A
notable aspect is that Liverpool underwent a significant midfield overhaul
during the summer transfer window, with players like Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru
Endo, and Alexis Mac Allister adapting well to the team. Under Jurgen Klopp,
defensive stalwart Virgil van Dijk has once again demonstrated his status as
one of the world’s best defenders. However, they have been facing injury
concerns as of late. Several players, including McAllister, Joel Matip, Andrew
Robertson, and Tsimikas, are currently sidelined due to various injuries and
will be out of action for a period of time.
Last
weekend, Newcastle United suffered a surprising 1-3 home defeat against
Nottingham Forest, who battling relegation. This result adds to Newcastle’s
recent struggles, as they have only managed one win and suffered six losses in
their last seven matches, indicating a sluggish form. Furthermore, Newcastle
have been eliminated from both the Champions League and the EFL Cup,
highlighting their difficulty in dealing with multiple competitions. One
significant factor contributing to Newcastle’s decline in performance is the
injuries. Although players like Alexander Isak and Sven Botman have recovered,
they still have several key players, including Nick Pope, Jacob Murphy, and
Harvey Barnes, who are sidelined due to injuries. With limited manpower, Coach
Eddie Howe faces challenges in finding suitable replacements. Additionally,
Newcastle have been known for their struggles away from home. In their last 10
away games, they have only secured one victory, with four draws and five losses.
This inconsistency on the road further adds to their difficulties.
In
the first leg of the season, Liverpool managed to secure a 2-1 victory over
Newcastle from behind in an away game despite playing with 10 men. The match
was indeed exciting, and Liverpool showcased their overall strength and
performance superiority over Newcastle. They have a strong home record and are
known for their impressive performances at Anfield. On the other hand,
Newcastle have struggled in away matches, as mentioned before. Considering
these factors, it is reasonable to view Liverpool as a strong and promising
team to support.
Liverpool’s
Last 5 Games: WDWDL
23-12-27
Burnley 0-2 Liverpool
23-12-24
Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal
23-12-21
Liverpool 5-1 West Ham United
23-12-18
Liverpool 0-0 Manchester United
23-12-15
Union St. Gilloise 2-1 Liverpool
Newcastle
United’s Last 5 Games: LLDWL
23-12-26
Newcastle United 1-3 Nottingham Forest
23-12-23
Luton Town 1-0 Newcastle United
23-12-20
Chelsea 1-1 Newcastle United (PEN 4-2)
23-12-16
Newcastle United 3-0 Fulham
23-12-14
Newcastle United 1-2 AC Milan
Head
To Head Record:
23-08-27
Newcastle United 1-2 Liverpool
23-02-19
Newcastle United 0-2 Liverpool
22-09-01
Liverpool 2-1 Newcastle United
22-04-30
Newcastle United 0-1 Liverpool
21-12-17
Liverpool 3-1 Newcastle United
Prediction: Liverpool to win