Liverpool starts Jacquet against Newcastle in Iraola's first match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:20 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Liverpool begins its 35th Premier League season against Newcastle at St James’ Park, marking Andoni Iraola’s first competitive game as head coach. The match has emotional significance as both teams pay tribute to the late Kevin Keegan. Liverpool's starting XI features Alisson Becker in goal, with Virgil van Dijk and Jeremy Jacquet at center-back. Alexis Mac Allister is on the bench, while Newcastle also begins their season under new management.
- •Andoni Iraola debuts as Liverpool head coach against Newcastle.
- •Teams honor late Kevin Keegan before kickoff.
- •Liverpool features experienced players like Alisson and van Dijk.
- •Mac Allister starts the match on the bench for Liverpool.
- •Newcastle is starting its season under new management.
- 2:20 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool team news v Newcastle: Jacquet starts, Mac Allister a sub in Iraola’s first official game
"Andoni Iraola’s reign as Liverpool head coach begins in earnest this afternoon as he takes charge of the Reds in a competitive fixture for the first time, with the Merseysiders beginning their 35th ...
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