Liverpool vs Everton: Premier League Merseyside Derby Preview
Date: Wednesday, 2nd April 2025
Venue: Anfield
Kick-off: 20:00
After Liverpool’s Champions League exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain, the Reds must regroup and refocus on their primary objective—securing a 20th English league title. With nine games remaining and a 12-point lead at the top of the table, the visit of Everton presents an opportunity to take another decisive step toward Premier League glory.
For their part, Everton arrive at Anfield in solid form, unbeaten in their last nine league outings. Under David Moyes, the Toffees have rediscovered defensive resilience, and despite four consecutive draws, they will be determined to frustrate their city rivals in one of English football’s most fiercely contested fixtures.
Everton Availability
Everton manager David Moyes will have to navigate several injury concerns ahead of the derby. Dominic Calvert-Lewin remains a major doubt due to a thigh issue, while Iliman Ndiaye and Dwight McNeil are both sidelined. Vitalii Mykolenko suffered a thigh injury while on international duty and is unlikely to feature.
In terms of recent form, Everton’s last outing saw them draw 1-1 at home to West Ham, extending their unbeaten run to nine games. However, four consecutive draws have prevented them from climbing higher than 12th in the Premier League table. Before that, they secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory away at Crystal Palace and were involved in a dramatic 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest.
Moyes is expected to stick with his tried-and-tested 4-2-3-1 setup, with a focus on defensive organization and counter-attacking through wide areas. With Calvert-Lewin likely absent, Beto is expected to lead the line.
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Predicted Everton Lineup (4-2-3-1):
• GK: Jordan Pickford
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