Match story
- Liverpool fired more attempts (23 vs 5 shots).
- Newcastle was more accurate in front of goal (40% on target vs 26%).
- Liverpool held more of the ball (72% possession).
Liverpool defeated Newcastle 2-1 in Premier League. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 5 stage in the 2022 season. The match was played at Anfield in Liverpool. A. Marriner officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Liverpool vs Newcastle meeting in Premier League with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Liverpool and Newcastle. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
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During his first public appearance in Trabzonspor colors, a small detail on the back of his shirt immediately caught supporters' attention and sparked widespread curiosity, prompting questions about whether it would become his official squad number. Mohamed Salah‘s arrival at Trabzonspor has already become one of the biggest stories of the summer transfer window, with thousands of supporters turning out to welcome the Egyptian superstar after he departed from Liverpool. The veteran forward received a hero’s reception in Turkiye, while the club celebrated the signing as a landmark moment in its history. The excitement surrounding Salah went far beyond the transfer itself. During his first public appearance in Trabzonspor colors, a small detail on the back of his shirt immediately caught supporters’ attention and sparked widespread curiosity, prompting questions about whether it would become his official squad number. Trabzonspor supporters extraordinarily greeted Salah after he landed on a private jet before traveling to Trabzon for his official presentation. Hundreds of fans first welcomed him at Istanbul’s Ataturk Airport before thousands more gathered in Trabzon, creating an atmosphere usually reserved for major trophy celebrations. Videos of supporters chanting his name, waving club colors and setting off flares quickly spread across social media. Before boarding his flight, Salah sent a short message directly to the supporters: “Trabzon, are you ready? I can hear you. See you very soon.” He also delighted fans by using the club’s famous motto, “Bize Her Yer Trabzon [For us, everywhere is Trabzon].” Bordo-Mavili formasıyla ilk kez kameraların karşısında… İlk mesajı Büyük Trabzonspor Taraftarına:“Bize Her Yer Trabzon!” ❤️💙#SalahIsComing pic.twitter.com/Sr1KcRDwpk— Trabzonspor (@Trabzonspor) August 5, 2026 The mysterious No. 61 shirt and why it means so much One of the biggest talking points during Salah’s unveiling was the No. 61 shirt he wore instead of the famous No. 11 associated with his Liverpool career or the No. 10 he regularly wears for Egypt. The unusual number immediately fueled speculation among supporters, with many wondering whether the Egyptian forward had decided to begin the next chapter of his career with an entirely different identity. The explanation, however, carried far greater meaning than many expected. 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐡 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞: ON 🔥 pic.twitter.com/mqi1DLa9DH— Trabzonspor (@Trabzonspor) August 5, 2026 The No. 61 shirt was chosen as a tribute to the city of Trabzon itself. In Turkiye, 61 is the official vehicle registration code for Trabzon Province, making the number one of the city’s strongest symbols of local pride and identity. It appears throughout daily life, from businesses and social media accounts to merchandise and fan culture. The connection also extends to matchdays, when Trabzonspor supporters traditionally transform the 61st minute of every home match into a celebration, filling the stadium with chants, fireworks and confetti. Several former Claret-Blues’ players have proudly worn the symbolic number over the years, making Salah’s decision a respectful nod to the club’s traditions before even kicking a ball. Salah’s official squad number revealed Although the No. 61 shirt generated enormous attention, Trabzonspor does not expect it to become Salah’s permanent matchday number. As later confirmed by the club, the Egyptian star will wear the No. 10 shirt during official matches, the same number he currently represents with Egypt. WHAT. A. NIGHT. pic.twitter.com/zcc8ob9TBG— Trabzonspor (@Trabzonspor) August 5, 2026 The report adds that the club had originally prepared a No. 11 shirt for Salah, reflecting the number he famously wore throughout most of his Liverpool career. However, as per the Turkish newspaper Sabah, the veteran forward requested No. 10 before the transfer was finalized, prompting Ernest Muci to give up the number so Salah could continue wearing the shirt most closely associated with his in
In this exclusive book extract, Melissa Reddy documents the Egyptian King’s sacrifice and dedication to make his vision a realityThe entrance to Al Mokawloon Al Arab’s youth sector feels imposing. At first it is confusing to pinpoint the reason. Is it the facade; a mesh of thick concrete slabs, a marble-like trim that alters in colour depending on the light, and the no-nonsense black steel gate? Perhaps it is the stately signage of white block letters in Arabic juxtaposed against the dark background, with satellite pieces of information and announcements signifying importance. But to stop and pay attention to buildings around Nasr City in eastern Cairo is to notice that the blend of functional and decorative elements of the entrance, down to even the font and array of notices, is not unique.The building’s aura can be explained by the main image above its gates, and the knowledge that to walk through them is to follow the footsteps a history-maker took from the age of 14. Mohamed Salah’s face has pride of place above the gates; it is a reminder of where he’s been, but more pertinently, of why it is important to marry talent with discipline and determination. The truth is he has achieved the impossible. Continue reading...
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!This October will mark the 50th anniversary of the first time Liverpool and Trabzonspor were thrown together by the gods of football. When they played each other in the second round of the European Cup in 1976 it’s fair to say not many associated with Liverpool were impressed with Trabzon. Bob Paisley described the team hotel as a “doss house”, the ball as “a pig’s bladder” that “was not good enough for blow football”, adding that “teams in the Durham Mining League would not play with it”, and as for the food, well, he’d had “better rations in my bivvy in the Western Desert”, back when he was in Montgomery’s Eighth Army. Continue reading...
Arsenal have a leadership group that supports club captain Martin Odegaard but, with the addition of Bruno Guimaraes, they will be bringing in a player who is a natural leader. Guimaraes became Newcastle's talisman during his time at St James' Park and, as Arteta looks to maximise every marginal gain he can, the Brazilian's ability and his way of connecting with supporters will be another weapon. Arsenal have had campaigns seriously affected by injury, but Guimaraes has missed just 16 Premier League games since he signed for Newcastle in 2022.
Liverpool have twice paid more than £100m for players - midfielder Florian Wirtz and striker Alexander Isak - and could be about to pay that much once again. Paris St-Germain and France winger Bradley Barcola has become a main target for Liverpool, with the Reds prepared to pay about £100m, while PSG are holding out for somewhere near £145m.
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