Liverpool assesses pre-season performance ahead of Newcastle match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 1:55 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Liverpool concluded their pre-season with a 2-0 win against Como on August 17, 2026. Despite the victory, journalist David Lynch highlighted concerns about the team's performance consistency, particularly in the second half. He noted Liverpool's emerging 4-4-2 formation, which presents both tactical advantages and challenges. Lynch cautioned that the team must improve ahead of their match against Newcastle, emphasizing the need for a stronger 90-minute performance.
- •Liverpool finished pre-season with a 2-0 victory over Como.
- •Concerns arose about second-half performance consistency.
- •David Lynch praises the potential of Liverpool's 4-4-2 formation.
- •Next match against Newcastle will test the team's readiness.
- •Liverpool created three big chances, while Como had none.
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"Liverpool Pre-Season Verdict as David Lynch Highlights 4-4-2 Shape, Newcastle Test and Defensive PositivesLiverpool have now completed their pre-season programme, signing off with a 2-0 win over Como,...
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