Liverpool Win Merseyside Derby Against Everton To Solidify EPL Table Lead

Liverpool claimed a relaxed 1-0 victory against Everton in a Merseyside derby at Anfield, which further enhanced their position for the Premier League glory.  Liverpool have lost just one of the last 27 Merseyside derbies at Anfield. 

After being eliminated from the UEFA Champions League (UCL) and suffering heartbreak in the Carabao Cup final, the international hiatus has provided Liverpool players, staff, and fans with an opportunity to recover from those setbacks ahead of the season’s run-in. 

Thumbs for the clever pass from Luis Diaz through to Diogo Jota (Liverpool), who moved inside the box and sent a measured shot beyond the keeper. That was the only goal difference separating the sides throughout. 

Since Liverpool are out of other competitions, both domestic and continental, Arne Slot must now focus solely on bringing a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title back to Anfield. 

The Reds are in an ordering position at the top of the Premier League standings in their efforts to realise that dream, having been defeated in just one league game this season, a tally only bettered by Paris Saint-Germain across Europe’s top five divisions.

Overview 

Liverpool were undisturbed by Everton, though cautious, but they already had the game in the bag since Diogo's goal. Mo Salah kept a low profile, yet they gave it their best. On the other hand, the Toffes could have taken the lead if not for the cancellation of Beto's goal for offside.