Ahead of Sunday's Barclays Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park, check out the following 12 pre-match stats, courtesy of Ged Rea.

Liverpool return to Barclays Premier League action when they take on Newcastle United at St James' Park on Sunday - listen to free live commentary and follow the match on the official website, LFCTV, social media, mobile and LFCTV GO.

Liverpool U21s are back in action on Sunday when they face Everton in the mini-derby at St Helens Langtree Park, and they would love your support.

Liverpool put final touches to their preparations for a clash with Newcastle United tomorrow by training at Melwood on Saturday afternoon - and our photographers were at the session to gather this gallery of pictures.

Goals from Ben Woodburn and Adam Phillips ensured it was a great day for Liverpool U18s as they beat Everton 2-1 on Saturday, and LFCTV GO subscribers can now watch the action and reaction.

A rumour that is sure to brighten up every Liverpool fan's day... the Reds are trying to lure Xabi Alonso back to Anfield next summer!

Two first-half goals proved enough for Liverpool to inflict a 2-1 defeat on rivals Everton in a hard-fought U18s Merseyside derby clash at the Kirkby Academy on Saturday.

If Liverpool’s recent away wins at Manchester City and Chelsea felt like incredible victories, Wednesday night’s 6-1 League Cup triumph over Southampton was the stuff of dreams.

When he is asked to describe the way that he felt when Jurgen Klopp was appointed Liverpool manager in October, you can see the change in Roberto Firmino’s face and the smile that acknowledges that here was a man who knew exactly what this Brazilian was all about.

Jordan Henderson has praised the 'outstanding' work of his teammates in his absence and says it is now up to him to help Liverpool's good run continue.

Craig Bellamy is certain that Liverpool have a very exciting future ahead of them under the guidance of Jürgen Klopp.

Mamadou Sakho doesn't like to talk about himself, but he's not short of words when it comes to describing his relationship with Liverpool fans.

The Hillsborough inquests commenced on March 31, 2014 and are the subject of reporting restrictions that have been imposed by the Attorney General's office. Liverpool Football Club is respectful of these restrictions and will therefore only be making available updates from other media channels for the duration of the inquest.

Jürgen Klopp is adamant Liverpool’s recent form won’t lead to overconfidence within the squad and admitted he has stressed the need to begin games on the front foot to his players – starting at Newcastle United on Sunday.

The Liverpool FC Foundation is offering the chance to win the ultimate matchday experience for a family of four at Anfield with a special raffle to raise money for charity.

Liverpool and Real Madrid are ready to go head to head for the signature of Xabi Alonso.

Jürgen Klopp insists Liverpool will take no risks with the fitness of Philippe Coutinho as they wait to determine whether he’ll be fit to face Newcastle United on Sunday.

Jürgen Klopp believes there is much more to come from Emre Can as the Liverpool midfielder develops the skills that have allowed him to impress from the centre in recent weeks.

Fiorentina have joined Chelsea and Liverpool in the race for Nicolas N'Koulou.

It is a combination of putting his boots back on and meeting up with some old friends that excites Jamie Carragher most about Liverpool FC Legends' trip to Sydney in January.

The funeral of Liverpool great Gerry Byrne will take place next Wednesday.

Liverpool are chasing the transfer of Borussia Dortmund star Ilkay Gundogan, according to reports.

Borussia Dortmund will not consider selling Neven Subotic to Liverpool, according to German club's sporting director Michael Zorc.

In this week's Academy column, we speak to youth development coach Des Maher about his work with the U16s group and coaching with Steven Gerrard.

Jürgen Klopp, the Liverpool manager, is understood to be planning a return to Germany for a double swoop on former club Borussia Dortmund, according to reports.

Liverpool could be about to try an ambitious move to sign Marco Reus in the January transfer window, with Jürgen Klopp reportedly desperate for a reunion with the Borussia Dortmund star.

Three more Liverpool FC Legends have now been added to the star-studded squad for the trip to Sydney next month – with Fabio Aurelio, Igor Biscan and Sander Westerveld joining the team.

An injection of belief from manager Jürgen Klopp is to thank for Liverpool's new-found ability to turn games on their head, according to Lucas Leiva.

The Hillsborough inquests commenced on March 31, 2014 and are the subject of reporting restrictions that have been imposed by the Attorney General's office. Liverpool Football Club is respectful of these restrictions and will therefore only be making available updates from other media channels for the duration of the inquest.

Anfield Sports and Community Centre (ASCC) celebrated its official opening today following a £2.3m investment that will offer improved sports facilities and programmes to people living in north Liverpool.

Liverpool have confirmed the dates for their Capital One Cup semi-final with Stoke City.