The Magpies have tasted defeat just once in the league this season, coming all the way back in August against the Reds.
On that occasion, Fabio Carvalho’s stoppage time winner secured Jurgen Klopp’s side all three points in a highly-contentious game on Merseyside.
Newcastle head into this weekend’s game inside the top-four and know that a win would see them end the weekend in a Champions League spot.
Liverpool come into the game nine points behind Newcastle after defeating Everton in the Merseyside derby on Monday night.
Ahead of the game on Saturday evening, we take a look at what a combined XI between Newcastle United and Liverpool looks like based on this season’s WhoScored player ratings.
(note: to be included in this team, a player must have made at least five Premier League appearances in their given position this season)
9. CM: Thiago (7.05)
The Spaniard hasn’t been at his best this season, but his rating of 7.05 is enough for him to break into this team alongside the Brazilian duo. Photo: Bryn Lennon
10. RW: Miguel Almiron (7.10)
Almiron ended his mini-goal drought at the weekend and will be hoping to embark on a similar scoring streak he enjoyed pre-World Cup. Photo: Ian MacNicol
11. ST: Roberto Firmino (7.49)
Firmino has seven goals in 14 Premier League games this season and made his long-awaited return to action on Monday against Everton. The Brazilian has a good record against the Magpies and netted in the fixture at Anfield in August. Photo: John Powell
12. LW: Allan Saint-Maximin (7.40)
Although the Frenchman’s performances have come under scrutiny a bit of late, he is still an electrifying talent and will be relishing a potential battle with Trent Alexander-Arnold on Saturday. Photo: GLYN KIRK