Liverpool earned a deserved point after coming back twice at the expense of Newcastle who were unlucky not to get a win.
Brendan Rodgers' side threatened first, Steven Gerrards corner was glanced towards the near post by Luis Suarez by Santon was able to clear off the line. Then, after a few passes, Newcastle took the lead via Yohan Cabaye, who rifled a curling shot past Mignolet and into the back of the net from 30 yards. Mamadou Sakho had a chance after Luis Saurez kept a corner alive before it was the Magpies turn to attack, Sissokho's effort was palmed out by the Belgian keeper. Mapou Yanga-Mbwia then tugged on Suarez' shoulder after the Uruguayan was set one-on-one and a penalty was given. Also, the Newcastle defender was shown a straight red. Scoring his 100th Premier League goal, Steven Gerrard tucked in from the spot.
Liverpool tried to make it two after the break, Glen Johnson's shot sailed into Krul's hands. A great moment for Paul Dummett as the young Newcastle defender tapped in from close range to give the home side the lead once again. Daniel Sturridge stopped the celebrations as the striker head on Suarez' cross after Victor Moses set the striker into the box.
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