Newcastle 3-3 Liverpool: Schar’s Late Strike Denies Reds Victory in Thrilling Clash

Key Highlights:

• Fabian Schar Saves the Day: A dramatic 90th-minute goal secures a point for Newcastle.
• Salah Shines Again: Mohamed Salah nets twice and assists, continuing his stellar form.
• Liverpool’s Lead Narrowed: Reds remain top of the Premier League but see their lead reduced.

Match Recap

Liverpool endured a rollercoaster evening at St James’ Park as they were held to a 3-3 draw by Newcastle United in a Premier League thriller. The Reds, coming off impressive wins against elite opposition, delivered a disjointed first half, allowing Alexander Isak to put Newcastle ahead with a powerful finish.

Curtis Jones equalized for Liverpool after the break, but Anthony Gordon swiftly restored Newcastle’s lead. Mohamed Salah, living up to his “Egyptian King” moniker, scored twice—once to level the game and then to seemingly secure the win for Liverpool. However, a costly late error from goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher gave Fabian Schar the chance to equalize with a sublime sliding finish, ensuring a share of the spoils.

Player Ratings

Newcastle (4-3-3):

• Fabian Schar (7.3): Delivered the late equalizer with a stunning finish.
• Alexander Isak (8.7): Led the line brilliantly and opened the scoring with a clinical goal.
• Bruno Guimaraes (8.3): Dominated the midfield with vision and energy.
• Anthony Gordon (8.3): Troubled Liverpool’s defense and scored Newcastle’s second.
• Nick Pope (5.8): Made some key saves but looked shaky at times.

Liverpool (4-2-3-1):

• Mohamed Salah (9.3): Star performer with two goals and an assist; Player of the Match.
• Curtis Jones (8.2): Scored Liverpool’s first goal and linked play well.
• Trent Alexander-Arnold (8.1): Provided energy and creativity off the bench.
• Caoimhin Kelleher (4.6): Made a crucial mistake leading to Newcastle’s equalizer.
• Virgil van Dijk (6.7): Solid defensively but couldn’t prevent Schar’s late goal.

This pulsating draw leaves Liverpool atop the Premier League but with their lead narrowed as Chelsea and Manchester City close in. Newcastle, meanwhile, continue to prove their resilience and attacking capabilities against the league’s best.

Liverpool return to Anfield for a crucial encounter against Chelsea, while Newcastle will aim to build on this momentum in their next fixture against Tottenham Hotspur.

SOURCE: 90min.com