Premier League 25/26: Liverpool vs Everton Match Preview & Lineups
🔍 Match Preview
The Merseyside Derby returns as Liverpool hosts Everton at Anfield in a highly anticipated Premier League clash. Under Jürgen Klopp, Liverpoolol aims to continue its strong domestic start with dominant attacking football and high pressing. Everton, meanwhile, is looking to bounce back after a mixed start, relying on counterattacks and defensive organisation to challenge the Reds.
This fixture is always intense, with local pride and bragging rights at stake. Expect a high-energy game with plenty of passion and attacking moments.
⚽ Team News & Updates
Liverpool:
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Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo lead the attack.
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Alexander Isak may start or come off the bench as he builds fitness.
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Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté provide defensive stability.
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Alisson Becker is a commanding presence, commanding the backline.
Everton:
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Dominic Calvert-Lewin remains the focal point of the attack.
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Amadou Onana and Alex Iwobi are key in midfield.
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The defensive trio was likely led by James Tarkowski and Mason Holgate.
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Some doubts over fitness for wide players; rotation possible.
🧰 Predicted Lineups
Liverpool (4-3-3):
GK: Alisson
DEF: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, Andrew Robertson
MID: Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai
FW: Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo, Hugo Ekitiké
Everton (4-2-3-1):
GK: Jordan Pickford
DEF: Nathan Patterson, James Tarkowski, Mason Holgate, Vitaliy Mykolenko
MID: Amadou Onana, Alex Iwobi, Anthony Gordon, Dwight McNeil, Andros Townsend
ST: Dominic Calvert-Lewin
📊 Key Stats
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Liverpool have won 7 of their last 8 Merseyside Derby home games.
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Everton have scored in 6 of their last 7 away league fixtures.
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The previous season’s Merseyside Derby at Anfield ended Liverpool 3-0 Everton.
🎯 Prediction
Liverpool’s home advantage and attacking firepower make them favourites, though Everton can be dangerous on transitions. Expect goals from both sides, but the Reds should edge it.
Predicted Score: Liverpool 2-1 Everton
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