Liv vs new
A classic debate!
LIV (Liverpool) vs NEW (Newcastle United) is a rivalry that has been brewing for decades in English football. Here's a brief overview:
Liverpool FC (LIV)
- Founded in 1892
- Based in Liverpool, Merseyside
- Nickname: The Reds
- Home stadium: Anfield
- Rivals: Everton FC (Merseyside derby), Manchester United FC
- Honors: 6 European Cups, 18 League titles, 7 FA Cups, 8 League Cups
Newcastle United FC (NEW)
- Founded in 1892
- Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
- Nickname: The Magpies
- Home stadium: St. James' Park
- Rivals: Sunderland AFC (Tyne-Wear derby), Manchester United FC
- Honors: 4 FA Cups, 6 League Cups, 1 UEFA Intertoto Cup
The rivalry between LIV and NEW is fueled by their geographic proximity, cultural differences, and a history of intense matches. The two teams have a long-standing feud, with many memorable encounters over the years.
Some notable matches between the two teams include:
- The 1996 FA Cup semi-final, which Liverpool won 2-0
- The 2001 Premier League match, which Newcastle won 2-1
- The 2012 Premier League match, which Liverpool won 6-0 (one of the most one-sided matches in the rivalry's history)
The rivalry is often referred to as the "North East Derby" or the "Tyne-Tees Derby," reflecting the geographic and cultural ties between the two cities.
Which team do you support?