Newcastle 2–2 Liverpool: Szoboszlai rescues the Reds at the death

Liverpool Rescue a Point at Newcastle After Dramatic Stoppage-Time Penalty

Liverpool opened their Premier League campaign with a dramatic 2–2 draw against Newcastle United at St James’ Park, surviving a late scare after the hosts twice took the lead.

Newcastle started with plenty of intensity and were rewarded when Anthony Elanga opened the scoring. Liverpool gradually found their rhythm after the break, with Cody Gakpo getting the visitors back on level terms. The momentum then swung towards Newcastle again as Joe Willock restored their advantage and put the home side within touching distance of three points.

Liverpool refused to give up, however. The decisive moment arrived deep into stoppage time when the visitors were awarded a penalty. Dominik Szoboszlai took responsibility and calmly converted, completing a late rescue for Liverpool and leaving Newcastle to settle for a point.

The draw highlighted the competitive nature of the new 2026/27 Premier League season. Newcastle will take confidence from their performance against one of the league's biggest clubs, while Liverpool will know there are defensive issues to address despite their impressive late comeback.

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The opening weekend has already delivered plenty of drama, and this Newcastle-Liverpool thriller could be one of the early matches remembered when the season is reviewed.