Jonjo Shelvey of Newcastle United scores their side's first goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Newcastle United at Anfield on December 16, 2021 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)Jonjo Shelvey of Newcastle United scores their side's first goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Newcastle United at Anfield on December 16, 2021 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
Jonjo Shelvey of Newcastle United scores their side's first goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Newcastle United at Anfield on December 16, 2021 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Miles Starforth's Newcastle United player ratings from 3-1 defeat at Liverpool: Winger shines as Magpies suffer defeat at Anfield

Newcastle United suffered a 3-1 defeat at Liverpool on Thursday evening – but how did the players fare?

After taking the lead through a fine goal from Jonjo Shelvey, Newcastle were pegged back by goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Sala to give Liverpool a 2-1 half-time lead.

Trent Alexander-Arnold wrapped up the three points for the hosts with a few minutes of normal time remaining with a powerful long-range strike.

Here are Miles Starforth’s player ratings from the match…

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Here are Miles Starforth’s player ratings from the match…