Newcastle United start 2024 with a New Year's Day clash against Liverpool at Anfield (8pm kick-off).
The Magpies are looking to bounce back from a run of six defeats in seven matches at a ground they haven't won at in the Premier League since 1994. Newcastle haven't beaten Liverpool in any game since 2015 with Eddie Howe losing each of his last 11 encounters against Jurgen Klopp's side.
Newcastle's previous visit to Anfield saw Liverpool score a 98th minute winner while the meeting between the sides earlier in the season saw The Reds come from 1-0 down with 10 men to win 2-1 thanks to a late brace from Darwin Nunez. United's managed to bounce back from some early season set-backs and put together a strong run of form between September and December before their recent dip.
Howe's side have won just once away from home all season in the Premier League and head into Monday night's match having lost consecutive matches against Luton Town and Nottingham Forest. Their only win in the past four weeks has been a 3-0 triumph over 10-man Fulham at St James' Park.
Newcastle head into the match with Jamaal Lascelles and injury doubt but with Joelinton recently back from a hamstring injury. The Brazilian could return to the starting line-up this evening as Howe ponders changes from the 3-1 defeat against Forest on Boxing Day.
Here is our predicted Newcastle United line-up to face Liverpool...
6. CM: Lewis Miley
The tests keep coming for Miley who could feature against Liverpool for the first time in his career. One of the biggest calls facing Howe on Monday could be whether he selects Miley or Sean Longstaff to start in this position. | Getty Images
7. CM: Bruno Guimaraes
Guimaraes was brilliant in the first-half against Nottingham Forest, but much like his team he lost his way in the second period. Liverpool were interested in signing him this summer and the Brazilian will want to demonstrate why he is regarded as one of the best players in his position. | Getty Images
