Newcastle United equalized against Liverpool with a second goal by William Osula in the 87th minute, making the score 2-2 in the match held Monday evening at St James’ Park, part of the second round of the 2025-26 English Premier League season. The match is expected to be hostile from Newcastle fans towards Liverpool, who are seeking to sign Newcastle striker Alexander Isak. Isak has rebelled against his club’s management after they rejected Liverpool’s £110 million offer. Reports indicate Newcastle denied the offer, stating no commitment to sell the 25-year-old whose contract runs until 2028. Liverpool aims for a second consecutive win to reach 6 points early in the title race, while Newcastle seeks their first win this season. Egyptian star Mohamed Salah looks to make history by scoring against Newcastle to break the Premier League all-time top scorer record shared with Andy Cole at 187 goals.

Salah may miss six Liverpool matches due to participation with Egypt in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from December 21 to January 18. Salah opened his scoring this season with a goal in Liverpool’s 4-2 win over Bournemouth. Last season, Salah won the Premier League Golden Boot with 29 goals and was named best playmaker with 18 assists. The article also lists the starting lineups for both teams.