Milos Kerkez faces criticism during Liverpool's draw with Newcastle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Milos Kerkez had a challenging performance in Liverpool's 2-2 draw against Newcastle on Sunday. The left-back was involved in several defensive lapses that drew ire from coach Andoni Iraola and captain Virgil van Dijk. Kerkez struggled to contain Anthony Elanga, leading to Newcastle’s early goal and was slow to engage opponents during key moments. Despite the criticism, Kerkez has an upcoming chance to improve his form when Liverpool hosts Nottingham Forest next Saturday.
- •Liverpool and Newcastle played to a 2-2 draw on August 24.
- •Milos Kerkez struggled defensively, criticized by Iraola and Van Dijk.
- •Kerkez's performance contributed to Newcastle's opening goal.
- •Liverpool's next match is against Nottingham Forest at Anfield.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — One Liverpool player had both Iraola and Van Dijk furiously venting at him during Newcastle draw
"One Liverpool player felt the wrath of both Andoni Iraola and Virgil van Dijk during the 2-2 draw against Newcastle on Sunday.Milos Kerkez is now the undisputed first choice at left-back for the Reds ...
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