Newcastle United will face Liverpool without their top scorer, Alexander Isak, who has been sidelined with a groin injury.
The 25-year-old Swedish striker has been a key figure in Eddie Howe’s attack this season, scoring 19 goals in 24 games. However, a slight groin issue has forced him to miss tonight’s Premier League showdown.
Callum Wilson steps in to lead the line in Isak’s absence, making his first start of the campaign after recovering from a hamstring injury. Wilson, who contributed to Newcastle’s thrilling 4-3 win over Nottingham Forest, will be joined by Antony Gordon and Jacob Murphy in a forward trio aiming to cause problems for the league leaders.
Newcastle fans will be hoping Isak’s absence is short-lived as they look to keep their push for a strong finish to the season intact. With Wilson now fully fit, all eyes will be on how the Magpies’ attack fares without their star striker.
