Liverpool rescued a point against Newcastle at the last moment

Liverpool snatched a late equalizer to salvage a 2-2 draw against Newcastle United in their opening Premier League fixture. The match, held at the Sports Direct Arena, saw Newcastle take an early lead through Anthony Elanga in the fifth minute, holding onto their 1-0 advantage through halftime.

Liverpool managed to level the score in the 55th minute with a goal from Cody Gakpo. However, their joy was short-lived as Newcastle, with a goal from Joe Willock in the 57th minute, surged ahead again to make it 2-1. Willock is a player who has been linked with a transfer to Beşiktaş.

The dramatic conclusion saw Liverpool awarded a penalty in the ninth minute of stoppage time. Dominik Szoboszlai converted the spot-kick, securing a crucial point for Liverpool on the opening day of the season. Both teams begin their campaign with one point each. Newcastle United will face Tottenham away in their next match, while Liverpool will host Nottingham Forest.