Liverpool and Newcastle draw 2-2 amid Kevin Keegan tributes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 7:34 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Liverpool and Newcastle United played to a 2-2 draw at St James' Park on August 23, 2026, with Dominik Szoboszlai scoring a late penalty to equalize. Newcastle led through two goals, but missed opportunities allowed Liverpool to salvage a point in dramatic fashion. This match marked a tribute to club legend Kevin Keegan, highlighting the ongoing rivalry and late-game excitement both teams are known for. Newcastle's new head coach, Matthias Jaissle, experienced a mixed debut with promising performances overshadowed by late-game drama.
- •Match was a tribute to Kevin Keegan.
- •Dominik Szoboszlai equalized from the penalty spot.
- •Newcastle started strong but conceded late.
- •Matthias Jaissle's debut ends in a draw.
- •Liverpool struggles with defensive consistency.
- 7:34 PMYahoo Sports — Why Liverpool and Newcastle’s latest thriller was a fitting tribute to Kevin Keegan
"Newcastle 2-2 Liverpool: Dominik Szoboszlai’s late penalty salvaged a point for Andoni Iraola’s side on a day that was all about ‘King Kev’
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