Newcastle United will host Liverpool in their first home game of the Premier League 2025/26 season on Sunday, August 25, 2025. The Magpies after dropping points in their opener against Aston Villa will be keen to register their first win.
Going against the Champions, Eddie Howe and his side will face the likes of Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz. Liverpool who opened their campaign with a 4-2 win against AFC Bournemouth will go in as the favourites as we explore the betting odds and options (via ~ BetMGM) for this crucial clash.
If Liverpool score against Newcastle on Monday night, they will equal one goalscoring record at the club while also setting another outright 💪 #LFC
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| Bets | Over/Under | Moneyline |
| Half Time | Newcastle: +265 | Draw: +148 |
| Draw No Bet – 1st Half | Newcastle: +133 | Liverpool: -182 |
| Total Goals – Under 2.5 | N/A | +148 |
| Correct Score 2-1 | N/A | +900 |
Anthony Gordon will lead the line in a 4-3-3, supported by Harvey Barnes and Anthony Elanga, with Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimarães, and Joelinton driving the midfield. New signings Malick Thiaw and Aaron Ramsdale bolster the squad. A fiery atmosphere fueled by fan frustration could inspire a 2-1 win or 2-2 draw, though a 1-2 loss is possible.
Arne Slot’s 4-2-3-1 features Alisson, Virgil van Dijk, and Ibrahima Konaté in defense, with Milos Kerkez and Wataru Endo or Dominik Szoboszlai at full-back. Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister anchor midfield, with Cody Gakpo, Florian Wirtz or Szoboszlai, and Mohamed Salah (10 goals, 11 assists vs. Newcastle) supporting Hugo Ekitike up top.
| Pick | Odds |
| 1-1 | +575 |
| 1-2 | +700 |
| 0-2 | +850 |
| 1-3 | +950 |
| 1-0 | +1050 |
| 2-3 | +1100 |
| 2-1 | +1300 |
Below is a table of the combo bets available from BetMGM, offering fans a range of opportunities to engage with this highly anticipated match.
| Combo Bet | Odds |
| Both Teams To Score – Over 2.5 Goals | -167 |
| Both Teams To Score – Over 9.5 Corners | +112 |
| Liverpool – Full Time + Under 4.5 – Total Goals | +138 |
Considering Liverpool’s dominant PL record and the rich history over the Magpies, Arne Slot and his side win come in as the favourites to win the crucial clash. However, handing over a 2-1 defeat to the Reds in the EFL Cup in the last outing, Newcastle could prove to be a formidable opponent adding their home advantage.
Final Prediction: Newcastle United 1-2 Liverpool
Bettors can explore various betting options on BetMGM, including full-time results, over/under goals, and player props, for this exciting Premier League fixture.
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