Liverpool played out an exciting 3-3 draw against Newcastle on Wednesday. The Reds were not at their best, struggling for large parts of the game. Caoimhin Kelleher made a costly mistake late on that allowed Newcastle to equalise and make the score Newcastle 3-3 Liverpool.
Mohamed Salah, however, was brilliant in the second half, delivering a goal and two assists. The result exposed some defensive issues for Liverpool ahead of the Merseyside derby.
So, how did the Reds perform in this Newcastle vs Liverpool game? Here are the Liverpool player ratings vs Newcastle from their 3-3 draw at St. James’ Park in the Premier League.
Liverpool player ratings vs Newcastle - Premier League (4-2-3-1)
Liverpool starting XI vs Newcastle
Goalkeeper: Caoimhin Kelleher (5/10)
Made a big save from Anthony Gordon in a one-on-one situation. However, his decision not to claim Bruno Guimaraes’ free-kick allowed Fabian Schar to score the equaliser.
Right Back: Jarell Quansah (4/10)
The young defender struggled to contain Gordon. He found it tough to adapt to the pace and intensity of the game.
Centre Back: Joe Gomez (3/10)
Gomez was off his game and made several errors. He was caught out multiple times by Gordon and looked unsettled.
Centre Back: Virgil van Dijk (4/10)
Failed to track Alexander Isak for Newcastle’s first goal. A poor showing compared to his dominant display against Manchester City.
Left Back: Andy Robertson (5/10)
Looked promising going forward but left spaces behind in defence. Newcastle exploited his side multiple times.
Defensive Midfielder: Ryan Gravenberch (4/10)
The Dutch midfielder was under pressure throughout and could not control the midfield. Substituted midway through the second half.
Defensive Midfielder: Alexis Mac Allister (6/10)
Hit the post early on and worked hard defensively. However, he picked up a yellow card that rules him out of the Merseyside derby.
Right Winger: Mohamed Salah (9.5/10)
The best player on the pitch by far. Salah set up Jones and scored himself before assisting another goal. He carried Liverpool in the second half.
Attacking Midfielder: Curtis Jones (7/10)
The standout player in midfield. Scored Liverpool’s first goal and kept possession well under pressure.
Left Winger: Cody Gakpo (6/10)
Gakpo was Liverpool’s only threat in the first half. He missed a couple of chances but kept Newcastle’s defence busy.
Centre Forward: Darwin Nunez (4/10)
Barely had an impact on the game. Missed a big opportunity when Gakpo’s header fell across the goal.
Liverpool substitutes vs Newcastle
Trent Alexander-Arnold (7/10) - Gomez 67’
Made an immediate impact after coming on, assisting Salah’s goal and creating another. He also picked up a booking for a tactical foul.
Dominik Szoboszlai (6/10) - Gravenberch 67’
Came on for Gravenberch and added energy in midfield.
Luis Diaz (6/10) - Gakpo 67’
Replaced Gakpo but did not influence the game much.
Liverpool manager vs Newcastle
Arne Slot (6.5/10)
The team struggled defensively and lacked cohesion in the first half. However, the introduction of Alexander-Arnold paid off, and Salah’s brilliance saved the day. Slot will need to fix the defensive issues before the match against Everton.
What are your Liverpool player ratings vs Newcastle from their 3-3 draw at St. James’ Park in the Premier League?