The result comes off the back of a string of poor performances, but this proved chalk and cheese from West Brom, Fulham, Leeds United, Brentford and Man City.
Here’s what our writer Miles Starforth thought of the encounter as he marks each Newcastle United player out of 10.
Karl Darlow, Fabian Schar and Matty Longstaff were the stand outs on the night...
9. Isaac Hayden - 7
Formed a good partnership with Longstaff in midfield. Photo: Andrew Powell
10. Joelinton - 7
Fielded on the left after a stint as a lone striker at the Etihad Stadium, combined well with Wilson. Photo: Pool
11. Callum Wilson - 7
Was a threat early in the game, got in behind Liverpool and had three half-chances, did everything but score. Photo: Pool
12. Miguel Almiron - 6
(for Murphy, 66) Ran himself into the ground after coming on. Photo: Pool
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