Newcastle vs Liverpool

Liverpool head to Tyneside as they take on Newcastle in the second instalment of Monday Night Football

Liverpool got off to the perfect start with a 4-2 victory over Bournemouth. It showcased the Reds' attacking riches with Arne Slot purring over his forward options, including summer signing Hugo Ekitike, who got on the scoresheet at Anfield.

They looked like a well-oiled machine in the final third; however, they still have plenty of defensive frailties, and the injury to Jeremie Frimpong will force the former Feyenoord boss to shuffle his pack once again. There is speculation that Dominik Szoboszlai may slot in at right back with Conor Bradley still on the sidelines and Joe Gomez not being rushed back unnecessarily.

Although the Hungarian is a superb operator and will undoubtedly do a decent job in his makeshift role, he isn't a right back by trade, and Newcastle may look to target this area of the pitch.

Newcastle got their campaign underway with a 0-0 draw against Aston Villa, although they created numerous chances and were the better side going forward. Their finishing was wayward, although Anthony Elanga, Harvey Barnes and Anthony Gordon will all create chances, and they should have enough firepower to get on the scoresheet. It remains to be seen whether Jacob Ramsey will make his debut on Monday evening.

The unresolved saga surrounding Alexander Isak is likely to dominate the news ahead of this fixture, although the Swede is highly unlikely to be involved in any capacity.

There have been some memorable meetings between these two sides in the last few seasons, with the previous fixture at St. James' Park finishing 3-3. Another entertaining encounter is likely to occur.