Newcastle vs Liverpool lineups are attracting major attention ahead of the Premier League clash at St. James’ Park. Both teams have made major changes during the summer, with new managers and several new players expected to feature. Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle is preparing for his first competitive match in charge after a busy transfer window, while Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola is also set to begin his official tenure.
The Newcastle lineup could include several debutants, while Liverpool are expected to hand Alexander Isak a key role against his former club. Both sides also have injury concerns that could affect the starting XI.
The Newcastle vs Liverpool team news includes several important absences, while late fitness decisions could still change the predicted lineups before kick-off. Newcastle will announce the confirmed lineups one hour before the match.
Newcastle Lineup Today Faces Several Changes
The Newcastle lineup is expected to look different under Jaissle after several high-profile departures. Lukáš Horníček could start in goal, with Amar Dedić, Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman and Lewis Hall forming the expected back four.
Aladji Bamba and Jacob Ramsey are expected to feature in midfield, while Sean Steur could complete the midfield three. Yoane Wissa is another option in an advanced role.
Anthony Elanga and Harvey Barnes are expected to support William Osula in attack. The Newcastle lineup could therefore include several players making their competitive debuts for the club.
Newcastle are without Joelinton and Tino Livramento because of injuries. Nick Pope also remains out of the squad amid ongoing transfer speculation.
The predicted Newcastle lineup is Horníček; Dedić, Thiaw, Botman, Hall; Bamba, Ramsey, Steur; Elanga, Barnes; Osula.
Liverpool Lineup Today and Team News
The Liverpool lineup is also expected to contain major changes under Iraola. Alisson Becker should start in goal, with Jeremie Frimpong, Jérémy Jacquet or Ronald Araújo, Virgil van Dijk and Miloš Kerkez expected in defense.
Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai could anchor the midfield. Rio Ngumoha, Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo are expected to provide attacking support for Alexander Isak.
Isak’s expected start adds particular interest because the forward previously played for Newcastle. His first competitive appearance for Liverpool could come against his former side at St. James’ Park.
Liverpool will be without Hugo Ekitiké, Joe Gomez, and Conor Bradley due to injuries. Alexis Mac Allister is expected to begin on the bench after returning late from the World Cup. Curtis Jones is omitted as he finalizes a move to Inter Milan.
The predicted Liverpool lineup is Alisson; Frimpong, Jacquet, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai; Ngumoha, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak.
Newcastle vs Liverpool Confirmed Lineups and Live Updates
The Newcastle vs Liverpool lineups will provide the first clear look at how both new managers plan to approach the opening match. Jaissle is expected to rely on a reshaped Newcastle squad, with new players facing an immediate test against one of the Premier League’s strongest sides.
Iraola will also look to start his Liverpool tenure with a new attacking setup built around Isak. The presence of Wirtz and Gakpo behind the striker could give Liverpool several attacking options.
Newcastle will look to use home advantage while Elanga, Barnes and Osula provide pace in the final third. Liverpool will aim to control possession and create chances through Wirtz, Gakpo and Isak.
The official Newcastle vs Liverpool lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off. This page will provide the latest starting XI, team news and live updates as the match develops.
Newcastle vs Liverpool Lineups Today: Confirmed Starting XI, Team News and Live Updates