Newcastle host Liverpool at St. James' Park in an opening Premier League fixture where both sides will target a crucial early three points. Liverpool have historically had the upper hand, winning four of the last five meetings including a 4-1 victory last January.

For those travelling to St. James' Park, St James Metro station is just a two minute walk from the ground. Monument and Haymarket Metro stations are also nearby, while bus services stop at Barrack Road and Strawberry Place. Newcastle train station is an eleven minute walk away.