Newcastle scored four goals in 11 minutes against Nottingham Forest, but still had to withstand a late fightback to seal a 4-3 win in the Premier League.

Newcastle United scored four goals in 11 first-half minutes to keep alive their Champions League qualification hopes with a thrilling 4-3 victory over Nottingham Forest at St James’ Park on Sunday but had to hold on under heavy pressure in the second period.

After losing to Real Madrid in the Champions League, Pep Guardiola's side continue to try to snap out of their struggles

Liverpool at home doesn't make things much easier for City. In years past, this would've likely been a Premier League title deciding fixture, but now, City are 17 points adrift of Liverpool atop the table. Still, this is a huge game for the Citizens in their pursuit of a top four finish this season.

Manchester City and Liverpool lock horns once again and this game is going to be so intriguing given the situations both teams are in. MORE — Preview, watch live, prediction for Man City v Liverpool Pep Guardiola's City are reeling from their midweek defeat at Real Madrid which saw them knocked out of the UEFA Champions League.