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Szoboszlai penalty earns Liverpool a 99th-minute draw at Newcastle

Dominik Szoboszlai scored a dramatic penalty in the 99th minute to secure a draw for Liverpool against Newcastle at St James' Park. Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock had put Newcastle ahead twice, with Cody Gakpo scoring Liverpool's first equaliser. The late spot-kick came after Victor Muñoz was fouled by Lewis Hall in the penalty area.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 August 2026 at 5:54

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