Liverpool F.C. Are set to kick off their 26/27 campaign under Andoni Iraola away at Newcastle United. The Reds finished 5th in the Premier League last season with 52 points, 15 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses from 32 games, and recent form of WLDLW.
What to Expect
This matchup provides entertainment from two of the most passionate and entertaining clubs, with previous meetings favoring Liverpool F.C. The Magpies have won just one game against the Reds since 2015.
Previous Meetings
The last meeting between the two teams at St James' Park saw 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha score a 100th-minute winner, securing all three points for Liverpool F.C. In a blockbuster game with 5 goals, a red card, and basketball-like football.
Why Liverpool F.C. Are Favourites
Andoni Iraola's team have had a decent pre-season, with many players showing good accounts of themselves. The constant high energy, high pressing, and chance creation at high volume all bode well for a new and fresh identity at the club. Players like Cody Gakpo, Trey Nyoni, and Jeremy Jacquet have given the Spaniard food for thought for the lineup.
There's contention in the centre-back position alongside Virgil Van Dijk, as well as the wingers. After a good pre-season for the pair, Gakpo out on the left and Ngumoha out on the right wing are the most likely starting wide players. With Jeremie Frimpong having a minor knock, Iraola may be inclined to rest him with two defenders who had fantastic pre-season debuts. As of the start of the new season, Liverpool F.C. Are 18 points behind leaders Arsenal, and have scored 52 goals while conceding 42, with a goal difference of +10.
