Szoboszlai penalty salvages draw for Liverpool at Newcastle

Liverpool salvaged a dramatic point in the opening fixture of the new Premier League season, with Dominik Szoboszlai converting a stoppage-time penalty to secure a 2-2 draw against Newcastle United at St James Park on August 23, 2026. The result denied new Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle a winning start and saw Liverpool's Andoni Iraola avoid defeat in his first league match in charge.

Newcastle began the contest with high energy, taking an early lead inside five minutes. A swift counter-attack saw William Osula carry the ball before releasing Anthony Elanga, who finished confidently past Alisson for his first Premier League goal for the club. The hosts maintained their defensive shape through the remainder of the first half, limiting Liverpool to half-chances, including a saved effort from Florian Wirtz.

After the break, Liverpool emerged with greater purpose and found their equalizer on 55 minutes. Ryan Gravenberch supplied Cody Gakpo on the edge of the area, and the Dutch forward unleashed a low drive that beat goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek to make it 1-1. The visitors' momentum, however, was short-lived. Just three minutes later, Newcastle reasserted their lead. Yoane Wissa...