Liverpool starting line-up against Newcastle confirmed as Jurgen Klopp makes Roberto Firmino decision

Liverpool have made two changes for the visit from Newcastle with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Divock Origi both starting at Anfield.

Origi comes in for Roberto Firmino who arrived back late this week after international duty with Brazil, while Oxlade-Chamberlain sits in the midfield three alongside Gini Wijnaldum and Fabinho.

Virgil van Dijk continues his partnership at the heart of the defence with Joel Matip with usual full-backs Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson named on the right and left, respectively.

Goalkeeper Adrian continues to deputise in the absence of the injured Alisson as the Reds aim to make it 14 straight victories in the top flight.

Paul Gorst gives verdict on Liverpool starting lineup ahead of Newcastle clash

Victory this afternoon will take Liverpool five points clear ahead of Manchester City's visit to Norwich in Saturday's evening kick-off at Carrow Road.

Liverpool: Adrian; Alexander-Arnold, Matip, Van Dijk, Robertson; Fabinho, Wijnaldum, Oxlade-Chamberlain; Salah, Mane, Origi.

Subs:Kelleher, Gomez, Lallana, Milner, Henderson, Shaqiri, Firmino.