Darwin Nunez gave Liverpool an early lead before Cody Gakpo doubled the visitor’s advantage and Nick Pope was sent off for handball outside of the area. Pope will now be suspended for the Carabao Cup final against Manchester United next weekend.
Despite being a man and two goals down, Newcastle continued to create chances against Liverpool as they suffered their second defeat of the Premier League season, ending a 17 match unbeaten run in the top flight.
It was also The Magpies’ first home defeat of the season, losing for the first time at St James’s Park since they faced Liverpool last April.
Here are the Newcastle United player ratings from the match...
13. Jacob Murphy - 6
On for Trippier 63: Posed a threat down the right wing with his pace and energy. Photo: BEN STANSALL
14. Anthony Gordon - 6
On for Almiron 63: Guilty of running into danger on a couple of occasions but did get his head up to pick out Wilson well after bursting forward. | Getty Images
15. Callum Wilson - 6
On for Isak 63: Missed a golden chance in the closing stages. Played a couple of good balls and held it up well. | Getty Images
16. Matt Ritchie - 6
On for Joelinton 71: Made a great interception to cut out a Liverpool counter. A rare outing but didn’t let the team down. Photo: Stu Forster