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Newcastle host Liverpool this afternoon in one of the most evocative fixtures the Premier League has to offer.

The Magpies proved so impressive last season but twice lost to Jurgen Klopp’s side, who were the only team to get the better of Eddie Howe’s outfit home and away.

Still, St James’ Park has turned into something of a fortress under Howe and the jury remains out on just how successful the rebuild has been for the Reds.

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While there have been promising signs at times, Liverpool have a lot to prove.

Newcastle vs Liverpool team news

Joelinton is set to be fit for the hosts despite limping off injured in the loss to Manchester City, while Joe Willock, Emil Krafth and Javier Manquillo are unavailable.

Liverpool have Alexis Mac Allister available after his red card against Bournemouth was overturned.

Jurgen Klopp has confirmed Trent Alexander-Arnold’s availability after an injury worry but Ibrahima Konate is not expected to be involved. Thiago Alcantara and Curtis Jones are absent.

Newcastle vs Liverpool prediction

Newcastle might have been disappointing against City but have been so strong at home and have the tools to punish a Liverpool team no one is quite sure about defensively.

Head to head (h2h) history and results

Newcastle wins: 50

Draws: 44

Liverpool wins: 91