Liverpool drew 2-2 with Newcastle United in an English Premier League match at St James’ Park, with Dominik Szoboszlai scoring a stoppage-time penalty to rescue a point. It was Liverpool’s first game under new coach Andoni Iraola following the dismissal of former coach Arne Slot and the departures of Mohamed Salah, Ibrahima Konate and Andrew Robertson.

Newcastle took the lead in the fifth minute when Anthony Elanga scored from a fine William Osula pass. Liverpool levelled in the 55th minute through Cody Gakpo’s long-range strike from 25 yards, but Joe Willock restored Newcastle’s advantage two minutes later after beating Jeremie Frimpong.

Liverpool debutant winger Victor Munoz was fouled inside the penalty area by Newcastle defender Lewis Hall in injury time, prompting the referee to award a penalty. Szoboszlai converted calmly from the spot. Before kick-off, both clubs paid tribute to former player Kevin Keegan, who recently died aged 75. Liverpool’s defensive frailties remained evident despite avoiding defeat.