Liverpool brace for a stern test at Anfield on Wednesday night as Newcastle United come knocking in a high-stakes Premier League showdown.
Fresh off a statement 2-0 victory over Manchester City, the Reds have tightened their grip at the top of the table and have their sights set firmly on the title. But this clash isn’t just about league positioning—it also serves as a dress rehearsal before the two sides cross paths again in next month’s EFL Cup final.
On the other side, Newcastle arrive in high spirits after a thrilling 4-3 triumph over Nottingham Forest. However, they’ll have their work cut out for them against a Liverpool side that looks more and more like champions with each passing game.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Liverpool vs. Newcastle United live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this Premier League match in the U.S.:
- TV channel: USA Network
- Live stream: Fubo, NBC Sports App
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What time does Liverpool vs. Newcastle United kick off?
This Premier League clash takes place at Anfield in Liverpool, England and kicks off on Wednesday, February 26 at 8:15 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Wed, Feb. 26 | 3:15 p.m. |
| Central Time | Wed, Feb. 26 | 2:15 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Wed, Feb. 26 | 1:15 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Wed, Feb. 26 | 12:15 p.m. |
Liverpool vs. Newcastle United predicted lineups, team news
With Cody Gakpo fit enough to make an appearance off the bench at the Etihad, Liverpool’s absentee list remains light, with only three fringe players sidelined—Conor Bradley (hamstring), Joe Gomez (hamstring), and Tyler Morton (shoulder).
Gakpo’s limited fitness led Slot to roll the dice by deploying Curtis Jones and Dominik Szoboszlai as dual number 10s—a gamble that paid off handsomely. However, with Szoboszlai running on fumes by full-time, Gakpo could find himself back in the starting lineup for Wednesday’s clash.
That said, with a full weekend to rest before their Champions League showdown with Paris Saint-Germain, Slot is unlikely to make sweeping changes. Meanwhile, all eyes will be on Mohamed Salah, who sits just one goal away from joining the exclusive club of players to net 10 times both home and away in three separate Premier League seasons.
Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left): Alisson (GK) — Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson — Gravenberch, Mac Allister — Salah, Jones, Diaz — Gakpo
Injured: Conor Bradley (hamstring), Joe Gomez (hamstring), and Tyler Morton (shoulder)
Suspended: Myles Lewis-Skelly
Newcastle emerged from their seven-goal thriller against Forest without adding to their injury woes, and there’s still a glimmer of hope that Dutch center-back Sven Botman could shake off a minor knee issue in time for the trip to Anfield.
That said, Jamaal Lascelles and Joelinton remain sidelined with knee troubles of their own. However, Howe remains optimistic that the latter will be back in action just in time for the all-important EFL Cup final against Liverpool on March 16.
Meanwhile, red-hot Scandinavian striker Alexander Isak has his sights set on a slice of club history. Now at the 50-goal mark in his Premier League career, the former Real Sociedad man is just two shy of Andy Cole’s all-time Magpies record of 12 away goals in a single top-flight season—a mark set back in the 1993-94 campaign.
Newcastle United predicted lineup (4-3-3, right to left): Pope (GK) — Livramento, Schar, Burn, Hall — Willock, Guimaraes, Tonali — Murphy, Isak, Gordon
Injured: Jamaal Lascelles (knee), Joelinton (knee)
Suspended: None
Liverpool vs. Newcastle United prediction
When Liverpool and Newcastle lock horns, fireworks are almost guaranteed, and this midweek showdown should be no exception — especially with the Magpies’ defense looking shakier than ever.
While Howe’s squad always packs a punch in the attacking third, their vulnerability at the back could be their undoing. With the Reds in red-hot form and eyeing yet another leap toward Premier League glory, it’s tough to picture anything other than a triumphant night at Anfield.
Prediction: Liverpool 3-1 Newcastle United
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times are ET
Tuesday, February 25
- Brighton vs. AFC Bournemouth (2:30 p.m.)
- Crystal Palace vs. Aston Villa (2:30 p.m.)
- Wolves vs. Fulham (2:30 p.m.)
- Chelsea vs. Southampton (3:15 p.m.)
Wednesday, February 26
- Brentford vs. Everton (2:30 p.m.)
- Manchester United vs. Ipswich Town (2:30 p.m.)
- Nottingham Forest vs. Arsenal (2:30 p.m.)
- Tottenham Hotspur vs. Manchester City (2:30 p.m.)
- Liverpool vs. Newcastle United (3:15 p.m.)
Thursday, February 27
- West Ham United vs. Leicester City (3:00 p.m.)
