What was the half-time score in Newcastle United versus Liverpool in the 2026–27 Premier League opener?

The half-time score in Newcastle United versus Liverpool in the 2026–27 Premier League opener was Newcastle 1–0 Liverpool.

Newcastle took the lead early at St James’ Park through Anthony Elanga, who scored his first league goal for the club. The hosts carried that advantage into the interval on 23 August 2026.

Liverpool equalised after half-time through Cody Gakpo, but Joe Willock restored Newcastle’s lead. Liverpool eventually rescued a 2–2 draw when Dominik Szoboszlai converted a stoppage-time penalty.

The half-time score is often confused with the final score because the match finished level. Newcastle led 1–0 at the break, went ahead again later, and Liverpool’s late penalty produced the final 2–2 result.