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, Liverpool aim to continue their strong domestic start with dominant attacking football and high pressing. Everton, meanwhile, look to bounce back after a mixed start, relying on counterattacks and solid defensive organisation.
This fixture is always intense, with local pride and emotions running high. Expect a high-energy game with plenty of attacking moments.
⚽ Team News & Updates
Liverpool:
- Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo lead the attack.
- Alexander Isak may feature as his fitness improves.
- Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté form a strong defensive pairing.
- Alisson Becker remains a commanding presence.
Everton:
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin is the key attacking threat.
- Amadou Onana and Alex Iwobi control the midfield.
- James Tarkowski and Mason Holgate anchor the defence.
- Some doubts over wide players; possible rotation.
🧰 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
- Liverpool have won 7 of their last 8 Merseyside Derby home games.
- Everton have scored in 6 of their last 7 away league fixtures.
- Last season’s derby at Anfield ended Liverpool 3-0 Everton.
🎯 Prediction
Liverpool’s home advantage and attacking firepower make them favourites. Everton can threaten on transitions, but the Reds should control the game.
Predicted Score: Liverpool 2-1 Everton
إرسال تعليق