Loss to Newcastle extends Reds woes ahead of crucial Euro clash with Real

Liverpool's fragile confidence took another hit in a 1-0 Premier League loss at Newcastle United on Saturday ahead of Tuesday's encounter with Real Madrid in the Champions League.

Manager Brendan Rodgers was far from critical of players who have won only twice in seven league games, but a repeat of the unconvincing performance would certainly result in an embarrassing night at the Bernabeu.