Premier League LIVE: Liverpool 2-1 up at Newcastle, Saka to miss Anfield clash, Isak training latest
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Matchweek 2 of the Premier League concludes this evening as Newcastle United take on Liverpool in a highly-anticipated clash.
There should be a red-hot atmosphere at St James' Park after a summer-long transfer saga involving Alexander Isak has raised tensions between the two clubs.
Elsewhere, it was a great weekend for Tottenham Hotspur, who beat Manchester City, while Manchester United could only manage a 1-1 draw against Fulham.
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5 minutes agoBy Robert Calcutt
NEWCASTLE ARE BACK IN THIS!
Bruno Guimaraes beat Milos Kerkez to a cross and headed in past Alisson to spark some hope amongst the Geordie faithful.
They may have ten men, but Newcastle aren't downing their tools.
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11 minutes agoBy Robert Calcutt
Images of Virgil van Dijk's leg after Anthony Gordon's challenge have now dropped.
The Liverpool captain can be seen with stud marks on the back of his right leg, with the tackle making Gordon see red.
On their Match Centre account on X, the Premier League said: "After VAR review, the referee overturned his on-field decision of a yellow card to Anthony Gordon.
It's a red card all day."
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17 minutes agoBy Robert Calcutt
LIVERPOOL MAKE A DREAM START TO THE SECOND HALF.
Hugo Ekitike has netted his second goal for the club with a composed finish into the bottom corner.
Liverpool boss Arne Slot missed the goal as he was just running out of the tunnel to his dugout!
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32 minutes agoBy Robert Calcutt
And breathe.
We've had one goal, a red card and multiple tackles throughout this clash at St.
James' Park.
Ryan Gravenberch fired Liverpool ahead with an excellent strike after Anthony Gordon missed two great chances.
He was then sent off just moments before the half-time whistle, with both teams now in the dressing room ahead of the second half.
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36 minutes agoBy Robert Calcutt
ANTHONY GORDON SEES RED!
The Newcastle winger has been dismissed for his challenge on Virgil van Dijk.
Referee Simon Hooper was advised the review the incident by VAR, and Newcastle will play the rest of this match with ten men.
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48 minutes agoBy Robert Calcutt
LIVERPOOL TAKE THE LEAD!
Ryan Gravenberch has fired the visitors in front with an excellent shot from outside the area.
His strike just brushed the post and caused the net to ripple, and silence the Newcastle fans at St.
James' Park.
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56 minutes agoBy Robert Calcutt
Big chance for Anthony Gordon to head Newcastle in front.
He can only send his effort from close range over the Liverpool goal.
Moments later, Gordon has another chance to make it 1-0 but can't quite poke the ball in.
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Today, 20:13By Robert Calcutt
Ryan Gravenberch has just returned from suspension but is already in the book.
The Dutchman clattered into Joelinton and was shown a yellow card by referee Simon Hooper.
Every challenge, throw-in and corner that Newcastle win, their fans almost celebrate as if they've scored.
It's fairly even between the two sides so far.
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Today, 20:00By Robert Calcutt
We're underway at St.
I'm excited to play here."
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Today, 19:23By Robert Calcutt
Eddie Howe has not been able to provide an update on Alexander Isak's future at Newcastle.
The striker is refusing to play for the club amid long-term transfer interest from their Monday night opponents Liverpool.
With one week left of the transfer window, it remains to be seen if Isak will complete a move to Anfield.
But when asked on the striker's situation, Newcastle boss Howe had little to say.
"No, absolutely nothing to update you with unfortunately," he said to Sky Sports.
"We were training this morning and I was preparing for the game and I've had no updates on anything.
"I thought he played really well last week, albeit didn't score but I think he led the line really well and I expect him to do it again today."
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Today, 18:53By Robert Calcutt
The Newcastle and Liverpool starting XI's are in!
Anthony Gordon looks set to lead the line for the Magpies, with new signings Malick Thiaw and Jacob Ramsey on the bench.
And of course, there is no Alexander Isak for Newcastle.
Dominik Szoboszlai appears at right-back for Liverpool, with Hugo Ekitike starting in attack once again.
Newcastle: Pope, Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento, Tonali, Joelinton, Guimaraes, Elanga, Gordon, Barnes
Subs: Ramsdale, Hall, Botman, Thiaw, Osula, Murphy, Willock, Ramsey, Miley
Liverpool: Alisson, Szoboszlai, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez, Gravenberch, Jones, Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo, Ekitike
Subs: Mamardashvili, Gomez, Endo, Bradley, Chiesa, Leoni, Elliott, Robertson, Ngumoha
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Today, 18:07By Robert Calcutt
Leeds United have confirmed the signing of defender James Justin from Leicester City.
He has put pen to paper on a four-year deal at Elland Road after six years with Leicester.
Justin joined the Foxes from Luton Town in 2019 and made 169 appearances for the club.
The 27-year-old was part of their FA Cup winning squad in 2021.
Justin also helped guide Leicester to the Championship title in 2024.
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Today, 17:40By Robert Calcutt
Carney Chukwuemeka has passed his medical at Borussia Dortmund, talkSPORT understands.
Chelsea and Dortmund are now finalising a £24million move after reaching a verbal agreement on a transfer fee for the midfielder.
He will be joined by defender Aaron Anselmino, who is set to move to the club on loan.
Chukwuemeka joined Chelsea from Aston Villa in 2022 and has played 32 times for the club, scoring two goals.
But he made just five appearances under Enzo Maresca last season and spent the second half of the campaign on loan at Dortmund.
The 21-year-old netted once in 17 outings for the German side.
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Today, 15:33By Jack Cunningham
talkSPORT understands that Newcastle United's opening offer for Jorgen Strand Larsen has been rejected.
The Magpies submitted a £50million bid for the striker, but the Old Gold have turned it down.
They insist Strand Larsen isn't for sale with just a week of the transfer window left.
The Norwegian international scored 14 Premier League goals last season for Wolves, and he is seen as a Callum Wilson replacement on Tyneside and not Alaxander Isak's.
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Today, 14:30By Jack Cunningham
The Athleic report that closes near to Dani Carvajal expect Xabi Alonso to stick with the experienced Spaniard as his right-back.
Los Blancos played Real Oviedo on Sunday, winning 3-0 with Carvajal starting over Trent Alexander-Arnold.
The England international didn't get on the pitch until the 87th minute, and it looks as if he has a real battle on his hands.
Carvajal is 33 and has just returned from an ACL injury, but sources in Spain suggest he is the number one right-back.
It is now up to Alexander-Arnold to force his way into the side when given opportunities.
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Today, 12:39By Jack Cunningham
talkSPORT understands that Crystal Palace are battling with Aston Villa to sign Jaydee Canvot.
The French centre-back would be a direct replacement for Marc Guehi, who would then be allowed to leave the club.
Canvot plays for Toulouse in Ligue 1, and the 19-year-old is extremely highly rated.
Last season, he made 18 Ligue 1 appearances, and this year, he has started the club's first two games.
Should Canvot arrive, Liverpool would be expected to come back in for Guehi.
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Today, 12:17By Jack Cunningham
Well, it appears as if Liverpool could be without Alexis Mac Allister this evening.
The midfielder hasn't been spotted with the rest of the squad on Tyneside ahead of their clash against Newcastle United at St James' Park.
Mac Allister's partner is currently pregnant and is expecting to give birth soon, which could explain his possible absence.
At the moment, it is all rumours, but there is a possibility that the Argentine isn't involved.
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Today, 11:27By Jack Cunningham
talkSPORT understands West Ham are eyeing a late move for Yves Bissouma.
Bissouma is on their list of targets as they look to add some energy and legs to the midfield.
Tottenham Hotspur are also open to offers for the former Brighton man who is in danger of slipping down the pecking order.
On Saturday against Manchester City, Joao Palhinha, Pape Mate Sarr and Rodrigo Bentancur all started, while Thomas Frank also has Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray.
Bissouma was also left out of the UEFA Super Cup squad to face Paris Saint-Germain after he was late for training a few times.
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Today, 10:46By Jack Cunningham
talkSPORT understands that Arsenal are working on a deal for Piero Hincapie.
After the Bayer Leverkusen defender decided to leave the Bundesliga club, the Gunners are pushing ahead with a deal.
Arsenal are hoping to get the 23-year-old for less than the £50million fee they are being quoted.
Plus, the defender is keen on a move to the Emirates over other teams.
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Today, 10:39By Jack Cunningham
Arsenal expect Bukayo Saka to be out for three to four weeks after a scan revealed a hamstring injury.
The forward limped off during the Gunners' 5-0 win over Leeds early in the second half after scoring his first goal of the season.
He will therefore miss the huge game at Anfield on Sunday, but the international break means he won't be absent for too many Gunners games.
There is better news for Martin Odegaard with his shoulder injury not severe, meaning he should be in contention to play this weekend.
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Today, 10:00By Jack Cunningham
Kobbie Mainoo would consider leaving Manchester United in the final week of the transfer window if the club receive a suitable offer, talkSPORT understands.
Mainoo has been an unused substitute for both of Man United's first two Premier League games of the season.
The England international has also failed to agree a new contract with the Red Devils and his current deal expires in 2027.
Mainoo has been the subject to interest from Chelsea in the past.
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Today, 09:31By Jack Cunningham
Fabrizio Romano reports that Newcastle United are hopeful that Alexander Isak will return to training this week after the Liverpool game.
The striker wants to join the Reds and has been subject to a £110 million bid from Liverpool that was immediately rejected.
However, with time running out in the transfer window, the Magpies stance is shifting towards not selling their star man.
Isak released a public statement last week, suggesting promises had been made and that the trust between he and the club was broken.
He has been training on his own and will play no part in the match this evening.
But once this game is out of the way, the Magpies hope to re-integrate Isak.
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24th Aug 2025, 22:54By Jake Lambourne
Wolves are closing in on a £17million to sign Getafe sign Christantus Uche, talkSPORT understands.
The 22-year-old only joined the Spanish side last summer, but he is already set for an exit to Molineux.
Uche chipped in with four goals and six assists in 33 LaLiga matches last term.
It was the first campaign of his career that he was plying his trade in the Spanish top-flight.
And the attacking midfielder is already up and running this term having scored and assisted in Getafe's 2-1 win at Celta Vigo last weekend.
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24th Aug 2025, 21:49By Jake Lambourne
Crystal Palace are one of a number of Premier League clubs that are keen on signing Atletico Madrid star Conor Gallagher, talkSPORT understands.
The England international only joined the Spanish side from Chelsea in a £34million deal last summer.
But a host clubs are looking to bring him back to the Premier League.
Palace have made an enquiry over bringing Gallagher back to Selhurst Park.
The 25-year-old spent the 2021/22 season on loan with the Eagles, where he scored eight goals in 39 matches in all competitions.
Meanwhile Tottenham Hotspur are also believed to have shown genuine interest in the midfielder.
But as it stands at this moment in time, a return to England seems unlikely for Gallagher.
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