Liverpool earned a 2–2 draw with Newcastle United in the 2026–27 Premier League opening weekend.
The match was played on Sunday 23 August 2026 at Newcastle’s home ground, St James’ Park. Each side scored twice, so both clubs began the season with one point rather than a win or defeat.
The draw was the only opening-weekend match to finish 2–2. It was also one of the weekend’s most prominent fixtures, bringing together two historic clubs in a televised Sunday afternoon game.
Liverpool’s result differed from the victories recorded by Manchester City, Brighton and Chelsea on the same weekend. Newcastle’s home draw also meant that their first league match did not produce a winner. The match was scheduled for 16:30 UK time, following the earlier Sunday fixtures involving Brighton, Aston Villa, Manchester City and Bournemouth.