Being underestimated, Newcastle still entered the game confidently under new coach Matthias Jaissle. In just 5 minutes, Anthony Elanga took advantage of a quick counter-attack to put the home team ahead.
Liverpool controlled the ball more and found an equalizer in the second half thanks to Cody Gakpo. However, Newcastle quickly regained the advantage. In the 57th minute, Joe Willock, who had just come on as a substitute, unleashed a delicate finish, increasing the score to 2-1.
Newcastle played with determination in the remainder of the match, persistently resisting the increasing pressure from Liverpool. When victory seemed to be in the hands of the home team, the turning point occurred in the 90+9 minute.
Lewis Hall fouled Victor Munoz in the penalty area, earning a penalty for Liverpool. Dominik Szoboszlai stepped forward and successfully converted, setting the score at 2-2.
Liverpool launched 27 shots, creating xG 2.73, but that dominance was only converted into one point thanks to a penalty in the last seconds.
In the 2nd round of the Premier League, Liverpool returned to Anfield to welcome Ipswich Town. This is an opportunity for Andoni Iraola to seek his first official victory as Liverpool coach.
