FULHAM VS CHELSEA (2-2) EPL MATCHDAY 20

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Match Stats : EPL FULHAM 2 - 2 CHELSEA
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Chelsea
Petr Cech, José Bosingwa, Alex, Branislav Ivanovic, Ashley Cole, Deco, John Mikel Obi, Frank Lampard, J Cole, Didier Drogba, Florent Malouda
Sub - Carlo Cudicini, Paulo Ferreira, Juliano Belletti, Ricardo Carvalho, Michael Ballack, Salomon Kalou, Nicolas Anelka

FULHAM
Schwarzer; Paintsil, Hughes, Hangeland, Konchesky; Dempsey, Murphy (c), Etuhu, Davies; Johnson, Zamora.
Sub - Zuberbuhler, Baird, Stoor, Andreasen, Kallio, Gray, Nevland.

Referee : Andre Marriner


Chelsea failed to reach the impression that Liverpool full points in the closing fight in 2008. Visit to Fulham, the Blues were forced to play the happy equilibrium 2-2.

Chelsea were left behind in the first round ties feasible regret this. Its two goals by Frank Lampard they lead the back before then reconcile the Cottagers during the match on 90 minutes.

One additional point not to change the position of Chelsea in the second forum English League with 42 points, three terpaut figures from Liverpool at the top and winning seven points over Manchester United in the order of three new crossing will be Monday (29/12/2008) face Middlesbrough tomorrow.

Fulham make one additional point is to make their position down one rung to order nine, disalip Wigan Athletic in the other match 1-0 win over Bolton Wanderers.

The Match :

Compete in the Craven Cottage, Sunday (28/12/2008) night WIB, Chelsea used to have more opportunities through Didier Drogba in nine minutes. Thousands bait Deco on Florent Malouda, France half to send the ball directly on Drogba on the left side. However Drogba to kick it hit the pole near the outer gate.

Semenit after Fulham had the opportunity to penetrate the hurdle of Chelsea. Thousands Simon Davis free kick on the left, the ball rebound to the middle of the penalty box Chelsea failed to find any one player. The skin round the float to the pole thus far successfully meet Dempsey took control of the ball with the chest before menceploskan into the goalpost.

In 18 minutes Drogba back mengkresikan opportunities when Drogba kick from the edge of the penalty breakthrough bait forward John Obi Mikel thin derogating from the target. Efforts to equalize the position also owned by Nicolas Anelka, but the same as Drogba, Striker France is also frustrated bust nets Mark Schwarzer.

The Blues nearly finish the first round in the position of equilibrium, if only kick the ball from Lampard which receives Anelka will be no Schwarzer. Free corner kick that was obtained from the Blues this procession.

The effort to equalize the position of the new Blue produce results when the match entered the fifth minute through Lampard second innings. England international full-menceploskan the ball to the wicket after goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer had with Aaron Hughes back to the duel with Didier Drogba in the penalty box after receiving a long bait.

Wild with the ball easily directed to the wicket empty by Lampard. Chelsea equates into position 1-1.

In 66 minutes Schwarzer to make a hit in the rescue of two successive preclude the return of Chelsea the lead. After the hard drive block Joe Cole, the Australian goalkeeper with a brilliant poke the ball carom from the procession while dropping them to avoid Anelka came to merebound it.

But in 73 minutes Schwarzer must concede a free kick by Frank Lampard. Executing from outside the penalty box, the ball disepak Lampard cut live fencing Fulham players. Mark Schwarzer efforts to dispel the pace after the ball took a step not successful because the skin round mereobos to remain in the wicket.

No dangerous opportunities created both teams a few minutes ago. Chelsea appears to be brought to three the number because 89 minutes still lead 2-1. However, from a corner kick that first created in the fight, a disaster team LUIZ Felipe Scolari come.

Tandukan Dempsey from the middle of the penalty led to the far goalpost pole Petr Cech. Not able to reach the ball, the goalkeeper of the Czech Republic can not only can look at the skin round of tear jalanya for the second time.

Chelsea still have the opportunity to achieve victory a few seconds ago. However, hard kick from Lampard outside the penalty box hit Fulham players survive, whereas when the goalkeeper Schwarzer not return to the position after berjibaku dispel gempuran from Anelka.

teams:

Fulham: Schwarzer, Pantsil, Hangeland, Hughes, Konchesky, David, Etuhu (Andreasen 78), Murphy (Baird 90), Dempsey, Johnson, Zamora (Nevland 78).

Chelsea: Cech, Bosingwa, Ivanovic, Alex (Carvalho 37), Ashley Cole, Deco, Mikel, Lampard, Joe Cole (Kalou 72), Drogba, Malouda (Anelka 30).


Match Highlights Photos


Clint Dempsey of Fulham celebrates after scoring the opening goal against Chelsea at Craven Cottage in London, England.
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Didier Drogba of Chelsea is challenged by Brede Hageland of Fulham.
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Frank Lampard of Chelsea fires in his team's first goal
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Frank Lampard of Chelsea and teammate Didier Drogba celebrate after scoring the goal to equalise
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Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard celebrates after scoring his second goal against Fulham.
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Clint Dempsey of Fulham is congratulated by teammates after scoring a late equalizer against Chelsea. Fulham held on to draw the Blues 2-2.
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LIVERPOOL vs BOLTON (3-0) matchday 19

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90 The full-time whistle goes. It's been a dominant display by the hosts but the Liverpool fans must wonder why their side can't always produce performances like this at Anfield. Still, the main thing for the Reds and their followers is that they're back on top of the table. As for Bolton, they didn't put up much resistence today and can't complain at the 3-0 scoreline.

90 Liverpool take a short corner. Alonso feeds in Benayoun whose shot is beaten away by Jaaskelainen. The goalkeeper then makes a point-blank save from an Ngog header.

90 Liverpool just running down the clock now.

90 Lovely disguised ball by Keane almost puts Ngog in but O'Brien intercepts. El Zhar then cuts inside and shoots but he can't keep his effort down.

89 El Zhar's pass almost picks out Keane in the box. There will be four minutes to add.

88 Carragher threads a ball through to Keane down the middle but Steinsson clears for a corner as the No.7 prepares to shoot. Bolton deal with the corner.

87 The injured Cahill can't really play a part anymore and Bolton have put him out of the way up front.

86 Jaaskelainen flaps at Alonso's fizzed corner. It's returned into the box and Bolton concede another. Hyypia gets his head to the second one but O'Brien does well to block and allow his goalkeeper to make the catch.

85 Steinsson nicks the ball away from Keane to concede a corner.

84 McCann does well to intercept Hyypia's pass to El Zhar.

83 Bolton's best moment so far as Smolarek takes a pass from Muamba and fires just wide of Reina's post.

82 Agger tries a long ball down the middle for Keane but O'Brien does enough to stop the striker shooting for his hat-trick.

81 Cahill returns. Bolton have already used all three subs so Megson will want to keep him out there.

80 Play held up as Cahill receives treatment.

79 McCann is booked after catching Alonso as he plays the ball out wide.

78 Alonso chips a ball into the box but Bolton head clear. The visitors break but El Zhar gets back and wins a free-kick after being fouled by Davies.

77 Another Liverpool switch and this times Kuyt gets a rest as he's replaced by David Ngog. Chance for Keane to get his hat-trick then.

76 Agger shepherds the ball behind with Nolan looking to pounce.

75 El Zhar cuts inside and drills a low shot towards the near post but he's off target.

74 Corner to Liverpool out on the right. Agger meets Alonso's cross but can only direct his header wide.

73 With the points in the bag, LIverpool replace skipper Gerrard with Lucas.

72 El Zhar looks busy since coming on but can't get a cross in from the left.

71 Benayoun is in acres out on the right but he attempts an early pass to Kuyt which is intercepted and a promising position for the hosts is wasted.

70 Into the final 20 minutes and Liverpool are in cruise control.

69 Nabil El Zhar comes on for Riera. The Spaniard was impressive today, especially in the first half when he opened the scoring.

68 Kais in London writes: "Dave, excellent job with the Liverpool-Bolton commentary. Watching the game, but reading your comments as well. FYI, Torres' hat is called a toque. Canadian garment for the bloody weather he-he!" Cheers for that. My hat knowledge is generally poor so that's good info!

67 Keane and Kuyt run into each other in the Bolton box as Liverpool press forward again.

66 A double switch by Bolton. Mustapha Riga and Ebi Smolarek replace Taylor and Elmander.

65 Jaaskelainen rather casually side-steps Benayoun as a pass-back threatens to put him in trouble.

64 Gerrard tries a pop from 30 yards out but doesn't get the desired connection and it rolls harmlessly wide.

63 Reina mis-kicks his clearance but Gerrard gets an important foot in to spare his goalkeeper's blushes.

62 Keane and Gerrard try a one-two on the edge of the box but the latter's return pass is too heavy and Bolton have a goal-kick.

61 McCann tries to win a corner down the right but Insua does enough to see the ball out.

60 Carragher does well to outmuscle Elmander down the left.

59 Bolton win back-to-back corners but can't make anything of them.

58 The Anfield crowd are in full voice now. Fernando Torres, sat in the stands wearing a nice white hat, nods his approval at Keane's finish.

58 GOAL - KEANE. A second for Keane and it starts with Reina. The goalkeeper's quick throw finds Alonso, he plays it out to Benayoun and his cross is turned home by Keane who has surely put this game to bed.

56 Agger is booked for a lunging tackle.

55 Insua shimmies past his man and finds Riera whose cross is cleared for a corner. In it comes but Bolton defend it well.

54 Riera is flagged offside as Liverpool look to get in again.

53 GOAL - KEANE. Gerrard feeds the ball through to Keane and the striker lashes the ball into the top corner. The hosts have that crucial second goal.

52 Keane's dummy isn't read by Kuyt and Bolton have the ball back again but Insua manages to head back to Reina.

51 Kuyt's crossfield ball is too strong for Riera. Liverpool haven't got into their rhythm yet in this second half.

50 Bolton win a corner down the right but it's gathered easily by Reina.

49 Bolton win a free-kick and try to pick out Davies. He wins the flick-on but Liverpool clear the second ball.

48 Good trickery by Keane down the left as he sells a series of dummies before crossing into the box. Bolton clear though.

47 Steinsson blocks off Riera and gets a severe warning from Wiley. Another like that and he'll be off.

46 Gretar Steinsson is booked for a late tackle on Alonso.

46 Bolton start the second half with Davies on for Jlloyd Samuel. Gardner drops back to left-back.

Sky Bet's half-time odds show Liverpool at 1/12 to go on and complete victory. Bolton are 33/1 to turn the game around and snatch an unlikely win while the draw is 7/1. Liverpool are 9/4 to win the game 2-0 and 4/1 to score a 3-0 triumph. Keane is the 6/1 favourite to score the game's next goal while it's 18/1 that Kevin Davies comes off the bench and nets next.

45 The whistle blows to end a dominating 45 minutes for the hosts. However, at only 1-0 Liverpool won't be counting their chickens just yet.

45 Free-kick to Bolton midway inside the LIverpool half but the cross into the box is cleared.

44 Nolan is booked for an earlier foul on Riera.

44 Benayoun tricks his way into the visitors' box and wins a corner. It drops to Insua whose volley hits a Bolton defender.

43 Liverpool work the ball back and forth about 35 yards out from goal - a familiar pattern - but can't find a way through.

42 Kuyt's cut-back is cleared as Liverpool push for a second before the interval.

41 Carragher finds himself at outside left and thumps a left-foot volley towards the Bolton goal and it's not too far over.

40 Jaaskelainen catches but the corner has to be re-taken. This time the referee penalises Liverpool for a foul by Hyypia.

39 Keane drives into the area and earns a corner down the left.

38 A quick throw out from Reina finds Benayoun and sparks another Liverpool move. Agger strides forward and unleashes a shot but it fizzes well wide.

37 Gerrard opts to try and pick out Hyypia at the back post. Cahill gets there first and heads clear to Benayoun but his angled shot doesn't have enough swerve on it and goes wide.

36 Still all Liverpool here and they win a free-kick 30 yards out. A chance to shoot as it's in Gerrard range.

35 Liverpool work the ball out nicely to Insua but he balloons his cross into the crowd.

34 Keane thinks he's impeded on the edge of the area but ref Alan Wiley isn't interested.

33 A rare touch of the ball for Reina and it's a simple pick up.

32 No change in tactics by Bolton since they fell behind. The visitors have looked very subdued so far.

31 Alonso tries to find a defence-splitting pass but his ball forward is intercepted.

30 Half an hour gone and Liverpool are good value for their lead.

29 Benayoun gets behind the Bolton defence but his hanging cross is headed clear with Riera looking to pounce.

28 Andy O'Brien does well to hold off Kuyt after a slip by Muamba.

27 Liverpool deserved their goal after all that early pressure but the home crowd will want another sooner rather than later.

26 GOAL - RIERA. Gerrard whips in the corner to the near post where Riera prods out his foot and beats Jaaskelainen. 1-0 Liverpool.

25 Alonso's delivery is headed behind for another - Liverpool's eighth of the game.

25 Taylor heads a crossfield ball behind for another Liverpool corner.

24 Liverpool win another corner after a good defensive clearance from Cahill. This one is nodded away by Nolan.

23 Benayoun looks to shoot in the box but Fabrice Muamba gets across to make a fantastic block for a corner.

22 Insua gives away possession and Bolton break but Liverpool have numbers back and the Reds have it back again.

21 Bolton ease the pressure by winning a free-kick just inside the LIverpool half. It's played into the area but Hyypia heads clear.

20 Good chance for Liverpool. Alonso fizzes in a cross but the onside, unmarked Kuyt can only head it over the bar.

19 The corner drops to Insua on the volley and his shot is beaten away by Jaaskelainen. Liverpool win another corner but Bolton clear this one away.

18 Nice link-up play between Hyypia and Benayoun before the Israeli's cross is cleared for a corner.

17 Patient passing from Liverpool before Kuyt pulls the trigger on the edge of the box but his shot is charged down.

15 Insua bursts forward but his ball to Kuyt is intercepted. Riera is then caught offside wide on the left.

14 Gary Cahill slices a clearance straight out of play when under no pressure.

13 Gardner tries to break forward but he's outnumbered with the visitors not prepared to commit too many men forward.

12 It's been a bright start by Liverpool but Bolton are putting 10 men behind the ball so it's the usual problem for the hosts. Can they break the defensive well down on this occasion?

11 Gerrard's corner is cleared out to Riera but he drags his left-foot shot horribly wide when well placed.

10 Good play by Riera who holds off two defenders before getting in his cross but it's headed clear. Liverpool press again and win a corner.

9 Johan Elmander tries to flick a ball through to Matt Taylor but can't get the direction.

8 Benayoun takes the ball down and moves into the box but he's penalised for using a hand.

7 Gerrard sprays a lovely ball out to Rieira, who finds Emiliano Insua but the young left-back's cross hits Keane and allows Jussi Jaaskelainen to gather.

6 Rieira tries to win the ball on the left edge of the box but concedes a goal-kick.

5 Benayoun looks lively down the right and his cross is cleared to Steven Gerrard but the skipper's shot is blocked.

4 Dirk Kuyt picks up a ball from Yossi Benayoun and wins Liverpool a corner. It's played deep and drops to Albert Rieira whose low drive is turned over by Robbie Keane who can't sort his feet out in time.

3 Kevin Nolan finds space in the box and Ricardo Gardner is completely unmarked at the far post. He attempts to pick him out but his floated ball is plucked out of the air by Pepe Reina.

2 Good early possession for Liverpool but Carragher's attempt to win a tackle down the right gives Bolton a goal-kick.

1 Liverpool get the game in play at Anfield. Chelsea's win over West Brom in one of the early kick-offs means the hosts need to win to end the day on top of the table. Sammy Lee is running things from the dugout but Rafa Benitez is back in the stands after recovering from his kidney stones operation.

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Teams

Liverpool: Reina, Insua, Hyypia, Agger, Carragher, Riera, Gerrard (captain), Alonso, Benayoun, Kuyt, Keane. Subs - Darby, Mascherano, El Zhar, Ngog, Babel, Leiva, Cavalieri

Bolton Wanderers: Jaaskelainen, Samuel, O'Brien, Cahill, Steinsson, Taylor, McCann, Muamba, Gardner, Nolan (captain), Elmander. Subs - Davies, Smolarek, Obadeyi, Riga, Shittu, Basham, Habsi
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NEWCASTLE UNITED VS LIVERPOOL (1--5) EPL MATCHDAY 20

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It's all over here at St James' Park and Liverpool have cruised to an emphatic 5-1 victory over a hapless Newcastle side to ensure they head into 2009 on top of the Premier League table. It was a performance which further underlines the Reds are ready to go all the way and clinch the title but for the Magpies they must now make a dramatic improvement if they're to avoid a slide into the Championship

90 With the game drawing to a close Given is shown a yellow card for unsporting conduct.

89 The resulting cross is played out to Lucas but his shot from 20 yards sails high into the stands behind the goal.

88 Liverpool should have another goal but Given saves superbly from Lucas' close-range header before Babel puts the rebound wide. It didn't appear to take a deflection but Liverpool have been awarded a corner.

87 Credit to the Magpies for their attempts to reduce the deficit. They win a free kick down the right but Guthrie's cross is cleared away by the Reds.

86 Newcastle get the corner clear and avoid further damage to the scoreline.

85 Liverpool raid down the left looking for their sixth goal but a cross into the box is hacked behind by Coloccini.

84 Although the initial corner is cleared, Newcastle continue to press forward and Reina has to be alert to save from Taylor's header.

83 Newcastle come close to a consolation when a Guthrie free kick is tipped over the bar by Reina.

82 Liverpool fans are making all the noise inside St James' Park although the home supporters are doing their best to drown them out with boos.

81 Newcastle are embroiled in a relegation fight and on this evidence there is plenty to suggest they can go down. They've been sadly well out of their depth today and a result like this can be extremely demoralising for the club.

80 Liverpool make their final substitution with Martin Skrtel replacing Kuyt.

79 Newcastle make another change with Michael Owen coming off to be replaced by Kazenga LuaLua.

78 This has been a cracking display from Liverpool and the scoreline is an ideal reflection of the game.

77 GOAL ALONSO - Alonso steps up and places his shot firmly out of Given's reach in the right corner of the goal.

76 Liverpool have a penalty after Edgar brings down Ngog inside the box and Newcastle have few complaints.

75 Taylor is now shown the yellow card after a needless barge on Reina while chasing a long ball.

74 Reina is a little hurt after taking a knock and the game comes to a halt briefly.

73 Geremi almost catches Reina unaware with a free kick from virtually the half-way line and the Liverpool goalkeeper hurries back to keep it out.

72 Fortunately for Reina his terrible clearance finds a Liverpool defender saving him much embarrassment.

71 It's a job well done as far as Liverpool are concerned and they're content to go through the motions in the final 20 minutes of this clash.

70 Gerrard receives a standing ovation from the Liverpool fans and some sporting applause from the home supporters as he's taken off to be replaced by David Ngog.

68 Danny Guthrie has a crack from distance but his low shot is comfortably saved by Reina.

67 This is the performance of potential Premier League champions at St James' Park and they will head into the new year on top of the standings.

66 GOAL GERRARD - Lucas cuts open Newcastle's defence with a piercing through pass which Gerrard latches onto before charging into the box and delicately chipping his shot over Given for goal number four.

64 Liverpool are coasting right now and don't need to be in top gear to fend off the Magpies.

63 The hosts desperately need a goal soon if they're to give themselves a chance of getting a point out of this clash but that's looking increasingly unlikely.

62 Strong defending from Gutierrez prevents Liverpool progress on the left wing and Newcastle can clear to safety.

61 Lucas gets in behind N'Zogbia and threads a lovely pass through for Kuyt who is marginally caught offside.

60 Liverpool make a change with Xabi Alonso replacing Benayoun, the creator of the opening goal.

59 Geremi bends his curling effort over the wall but the stranded Reina is relieved to see the ball crash against the bar and behind for a goal kick.

58 Javier Mascherano is booked after chopping down Owen just a few yards outside the area. More importantly for Newcastle they have a dangerous free kick opportunity.

57 The delivery into the box causes problems for Reina, who completely misses his attempts to punch, and then picks up what looked to be a back-pass from Jamie Carragher. However the referee Mark Halsey says play on.

56 Before the set-piece can be taken Nicky Butt is replaced by Geremi.

55 Newcastle have a free kick on the right wing after Ameobi is fouled by Agger, who escapes a booking.

54 N'Zogbia's cross from the left drifts out of play for a goal kick and that just about sums up Newcastle's quality this lunchtime.

53 Newcastle try to get forward through the middle but it's all rather frantic and the Reds clear their lines.

52 Liverpool are growing in confidence again and once more it appears as if we could be set for a cricket score at St James' Park.

51 Replays of that goal further highlight just how much of a gift that was for Liverpool. Having worked their way into a position to fight for a point, Newcastle have surely thrown their chance away.

50 GOAL BABEL - The ball is curled into the box by Gerrard and after some quite appallingly lazy defending, Babel is able to stab home from two yards despite being surrounded by Newcastle players. Woeful from the Magpies.

49 Gerrard tries to get down the right wing and wins a corner after a challenge from N'Zogbia.

48 It's been a much brighter start from the hosts, who are undoubtedly on a high having clawed a goal back just before the break.

47 Ameobi looks to make an immediate impact as he bursts down the right wing but his cross evades everybody inside the box.

46 The Magpies made one substitution at the break with Sanchez Jose Enrique making way for Shola Ameobi while Liverpool remain unchanged

46 Liverpool get the second half under way at St James' Park looking to continue their dominance over Newcastle and secure all three points.

Michael Morton has sent in a rather angry email to me about Newcastle, saying: "On the day Ashley says he's not selling, I see we're being well out played today. The whole of the Toon team should not get their wages for this performance. Can only see Liverpool going on to win this game 5-1 are maybe even by more!"

Liverpool are now 1/8 with Sky Bet to go on and win this clash with Newcastle a distant 22/1 with the draw available at 11/2. My initial tip of 3-1 in Liverpool's favour is looking distinctly possible now and can now be backed at just 12/5 so I hope you all listened to me! Michael Owen hasn't had a sniff of a chance so far and he's 14/1 to be the game's next goalscorer while he's 6/1 to net anytime. Gerrard has been the main man for Liverpool and I'm sure there's plenty more chances to come his way, making the 7/1 about him to score the next goal very tempting. Head now to skybet.com to place your in-running bets.

45 The referee blows his whistle to end a one-sided first half in which Liverpool have forged their way into a thoroughly deserved 2-1 lead over Newcastle at St James' Park but in all honesty the margin should be more. Edgar's header has given Newcastle a glimmer of hope for the second half

45 GOAL EDGAR - Slack defending from Liverpool allows David Edgar the time and space to direct a powerful header past Reina and into the net.

45 There will be just a minute of stoppage-time to play before the break and Newcastle have one last change with a corner.

44 The Magpies win a corner of their own and when the ball is swung into the box, Taylor's glancing header drifts just wide of the post. That could have changed the game.

43 Newcastle get the ball clear at last as they edge closer to the interval.

42 Indeed it is Hyypia who wins the header but this time Given is able to make a one-handed stop before his defenders shovel the ball behind for another corner.

41 Liverpool win another corner and Hyypia is up from the back to try to repeat his goal scoring exploits.

40 Joe Kinnear must now decide whether he'll instruct his side to go for broke after the break and risk conceding more or simply try to limit the damage.

39 It's very quiet at St James' Park with the crowd subdued by how much their team have been outplayed in this first half.

38 I think this game is all over as a contest and could now be a matter of how many goals Liverpool will score. Liverpool are not letting Newcastle see any of the ball and this must be frustrating to watch for the home fans.

37 Ryan Babel now bursts down the left wing but Newcastle prevent the cross and further problems.

36 GOAL HYYPIA - The ball is floated into the box by Gerrard and Hyypia towers over Coloccini to direct a header into the top corner.

35 Liverpool win a corner down the right after good work from Benayoun.

34 Gerrard is finding so much space in midfield and completely running the show right now. He deserved the goal and if they get another before the break then it's effectively job done.

33 Gutierrez slips a ball into the box for Damien Duff who slots his shot past a stationary Reina into the net. But it won't count because the offside flag is raised.

32 It's no more than Liverpool deserve and it's hard to see anyway back for the Magpies. If anything it could get ugly.

31 GOAL GERRARD - Here come Liverpool once more and after a sustained spell of possession the ball is delivered low into the box by Yossi Benayoun's cut back pass and Gerrard blasts his fierce shot into the top corner of the net.

29 Liverpool are the only team looking to keep the ball and work their way forward as Newcastle continue to sit back.

28 The Magpies slow the game down after winning a free kick deep in their own half but they've got to find a way of hurting Liverpool in forward positions. They can't go on like this and expect not to concede.

27 Liverpool will win this clash at a canter if they continue to penn Newcastle back like this - but of course Given will have other ideas.

26 Gerrard goes for glory with an audacious volley from 30 yards but Given can watch this one bobble well wide.

25 Newcastle attempt to break Liverpool's stranglehold with an attack of their own but it comes to nothing and they certainly lack the creative quality today.

24 Taylor is still limping around and I wonder just how much longer he will continue, especially with Liverpool in such rampaging mood.

23 Newcastle simply can't keep up but the home fans are singing the name of Given, who is producing a one-man show to thwart Liverpool at St James' Park.

22 The visitors could have scored about three or four goals already and this time Hyypia's flick beats Given but is cleared off the line by N'Zogbia.

21 Liverpool have another corner and Given once again pulls off a cracking save to prevent a Lucas header finding the net.

20 Liverpool are all over Newcastle and quite how it's still 0-0 is simply down to Given. This time he saves from Leiva Lucas, who was standing just a couple of yards out with the goal at his mercy. Incredible.

19 Steven Taylor concedes a corner and more worryingly appears to be struggling after taking a knock in a challenge with Kuyt.

18 N'Zogbia gets forward for Newcastle on the left but his looping cross is easily claimed by Jose Reina.

17 Daniel Agger swings the ball into the box and Sami Hyypia rises highest to plant a firm header inches wide of the post.

16 Emiliano Insua is chopped to the ground by a late tackle from Jonas Gutierrez on the left but the Magpies man escapes a caution.

15 Newcastle are increasingly finding themselves stretched at the back as Liverpool crank up the pressure.

14 Liverpool are in full stride right now and Gerrard comes close with a powerful shot inside the box but once again he's denied by the agile Given.

13 The ball is delivered into the box but Liverpool clear their lines and will look to move forward.

12 Newcastle promptly break down the other end on the left wing and win a free kick in a promising position.

11 Gerrard exchanges passes with Kuyt before waltzing into the area and looks certain to score but when one-on-one with Given, the goalkeeper comes out on top. Best move of the match.

10 Liverpool are dominating possession at the moment but so far are struggling to find a way through.

9 Dirk Kuyt is set up by Gerrard inside the box but from a tight angle his fierce shot is blocked by the face of Shay Given.

8 Charles N'Zogbia hoists a cross into the box from the left wing and when the ball is headed clear, Fabricio Coloccini blasts a long-range volley just over the bar.

7 Steven Gerrard has the first shot of the game from distance but the ball sails high into the stands behind the goal.

6 When Liverpool have the ball Newcastle sit back and play an effective ploy of containment which is working a treat so far.

5 It's been a quiet opening few minutes here at St James' Park with both sides merely easing themselves into the game.

4 Newcastle are still very much involved in matters at the wrong end of the table and will be looking to keep it tight for the time being at least. Would they take a 0-0 if it was offered to them now?

3 Liverpool attack down the left wing but stout defending from the hosts prevents a cross being delivered into the box.

2 Rafa Benitez is in the stands watching the game from above but he's still evidently in communication with Sammy Lee on the bench. It will be interesting to see how his side approach today's game knowing that a win will ensure they head into 2009 on top of the table.

1 Newcastle get this clash under way at St James' Park aiming to derail Liverpool's title bid while also boosting their own hopes of climbing up the table.

Ross Bicknell from Southport says: "I think that Liverpool will dominate from the start taking the lead with a fantastic double from Gerrard in the first half, with Gerrard completing his hat-trick early in the second." That certainly is an audacious prediction! Philip Barber has also got in touch, saying: "I see a tight game with two great goalkeepers on display! A Gerrard goal separating the two after 90 minutes, maybe, if Owen doesn't score first, early on." And finally just before the game kicks off we've got time to show you the thoughts of Shaunvir Samrai, who says: "I was hoping to see Torres back today but looks like he's not on the bench. It's a Liverpool victory for me and Keane will score. I would love to see alot more of Ryan Babel."

Match Stats : EPL NEWCASTLE UNITED 1 - 5 LIVERPOOL
TEAM
LIVERPOOL
Reina, Insua, Hyypia, Agger, Carragher, Babel, Mascherano, Leiva, Benayoun, Gerrard (captain), Kuyt.
Subs - Alonso, Keane, Ngog, Riera, Cavalieri, Skrtel, El Zhar

NEWCASTLE UNITED
Given, Enrique, Taylor, Coloccini, Edgar, N'Zogbia, Butt, Guthrie, Gutierrez, Owen (captain), Duff.
Subs - Ameobi, Carroll, Kadar, , Lua Lua, , Harper

Referee : Mark Halsey

Match Highlights Photos


Steven Gerrard of Liverpool scores the opening goal against Newcastle during their Premier League match at St James Park on December 28, 2008 in Newcastle, England.
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Sami Hyypia of Liverpool (center) scores his team's second goal against Newcastle.
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Daniel Agger of Liverpool battles with Michael Owen of Newcastle.
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Robbie Keane of Liverpool sits on the bench during the game against Newcastle. Despite being in decent form, Keane was not called off the bench by Reds boss Rafa Benitez.
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(Left to right) Steven Taylor, Fabricio Coloccini, Nicky Butt, Michael Owen and Damien Duff of Newcastle show their disspointment after conceding another goal. Liverpool won the game 5-1.
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Steven Gerrard celebrates after putting Liverpool in front at Newcastle United
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Steven Gerrard fires Liverpool in front at Newcastle United
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Sami Hyypia celebrates after heading Liverpool's second goal at Newcastle United
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David Edgar pulls a goal back for Newcastle United against Liverpool
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Steven Gerrard sprints clear of Fabricio Coloccini to score his second and Liverpool's fourth at Newcastle United
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