Newcastle United is no longer as tough as last season against big teams, especially this season. I don't think Newcastle will threaten Liverpool much at the moment, unless Liverpool feel Newcastle is their biggest threat in maintaining their position at the top of the standings. Liverpool must be able to maintain its good performance if they don't want to lose their position at the top of the standings, otherwise Manchester City will be very ready to take over the standings and lead it.
Liverpool is ahead in probability because they are playing at home, and moreover, Newcastle's performance is currently declining. Liverpool must not underestimate Newcastle in the slightest today, otherwise Liverpool must be prepared to lose points. Of course, this is the most interesting match at the beginning of 2024.
Newcastle have suffered quite a setback this season and they have suffered eight defeats so far in the Premier League. Eddie Howe's troops even suffered defeat against a much weaker team and against Liverpool Newcastle's condition was not good because a number of the players they had were injured. Liverpool will be far superior because apart from playing at home, they are currently also in quite impressive form so this match is Jurgen Klopp's step to stay at the top of the standings.
I think the match will be much easier because Newcastle is not strengthened by some of its core players so Newcastle's strength will definitely be much weaker than usual. Liverpool will definitely play for victory because they have the ambition to maintain their standings and victory is a must for them in this match.