Late Gvardiol strike earns Maresca winning start, Liverpool snatch last-gasp draw

Liverpool secured a 2-2 draw against Newcastle in Andoni Iraola's first match as manager of the Reds, thanks to Dominik Szoboszlai's penalty with the final kick of the game. The win was a mixed start for Iraola, who took charge of the team following Arne Slot's dismissal and Mohamed Salah's departure to Trabzonspor. Liverpool's shaky defense, exposed by Newcastle's attack, contributed to the draw, with Newcastle's debutant forward William Osula scoring the opening goal in the fifth minute.

The goal was set up by a brilliant run and pass from Osula, who found Elanga in a perfect position to finish clinically. In the second half, Joe Willock restored Newcastle's lead with a well-worked goal, although Liverpool's sloppy defending allowed the second goal to stand. Despite the mixed performance, Liverpool managed to secure a point, failing to concede a defeat in a match that has left Iraola concerned about the team's overall display.