Newcastle and Liverpool finish in dramatic 2-2 draw at St James' Park
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Newcastle United drew 2-2 with Liverpool on August 23, 2026, after conceding a late equalizer. Head coach Matthias Jaissle expressed pride in his team's performance despite the draw, pointing to positive aspects of their display. Anthony Elanga opened the scoring for Newcastle, while Dominik Szoboszlai equalized from the penalty spot after a late foul by Lewis Hall. Newcastle's recent challenges, including key player departures and a new coaching setup, have led to skepticism about their prospects, but Jaissle remains optimistic about their future.
- •Match ended 2-2 following a late penalty awarded to Liverpool.
- •Anthony Elanga scored Newcastle's opening goal.
- •Dominik Szoboszlai equalized for Liverpool with a penalty.
- •Jaissle praised his players' commitment and spirit during the match.
- •Newcastle is adapting to challenges following key player departures.
- 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — Signs that Jaissle's Newcastle are not to be written off
- 8:38 PMBBC Sport — Signs that Jaissle's Newcastle are not to be written off
"Newcastle United were predicted to struggle from the off by some pundits, but head coach Matthias Jaissle will take encouragement from aspects of their display even after conceding a late equaliser against Liverpool
"Newcastle United were predicted to struggle from the off by some pundits, but head coach Matthias Jaissle will take encouragement from aspects of their display even after conceding a late equaliser against Liverpool
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 8:38 PMSigns that Jaissle's Newcastle are not to be written off
Newcastle United were predicted to struggle from the off by some pundits, but head coach Matthias Jaissle will take encouragement from aspects of their display even after conceding a late equaliser against Liverpool
- BBC SportAug 23, 2026, 8:38 PMSigns that Jaissle's Newcastle are not to be written off
Newcastle United were predicted to struggle from the off by some pundits, but head coach Matthias Jaissle will take encouragement from aspects of their display even after conceding a late equaliser against Liverpool
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