Liverpool vs Everton preview of the “bitter rivals” : Head to head, predictions and more

Liverpool will meet Everton in the second Merseyside derby of the season, with both teams battling to move up the level.

This week’s Merseyside derby is Monday Night Football, with Liverpool and Everton both desperately needing Premier League points.

The sides have had quick forgettable seasons so far, with Jurgen Klopp’s men far removed from the squad of late and Everton perilously close to the relegation zone for the second year in a row, leading Sean Dyche and Frank Lampard to replace manager .

Along with this, there has been continued speculation over ownership by both clubs, with the match likely to see protests before and during the match, especially from the Azzurri.

It all adds up to an always highly anticipated game and we’ve got all the info you need if Liverpool and Everton go head to head again. When will Liverpool play Everton?
The contest starts on Monday 13 February at 20:00 (GMT).

Where is Liverpool vs Everton being played?
The derby is played in the red part of the city and is played at Anfield.

Which TV channel is Liverpool v Everton on?

The match will be shown on Sky Sports Premier League, with Monday Night Football coverage from 19:00 GMT.
For those watching on Sky, the channel is 402 and for those on Virgin, the channel is 512.

How to stream Liverpool vs Everton live?

As the game will be streamed on Sky, it will also be available on Sky Go i.e. H it can be viewed on mobile/laptop/tablet.

Rivalry between Liverpool and Everton Explained

The fact that they are so close gives reason enough for the rivalry; however, it comes deeper than that. Initially there was only one club in the city of Liverpool and that was Everton, founded in 1878. From 1884 to 1892 the Blues even played their home games at Anfield.

Following a dispute between board members and the club chairman, John Houlding, who also owned Anfield, vacated the clubhouse and bought Goodison Park. In response, Houlding founded Liverpool Football Club and the rest is history.

Unlike other local rivalries, the animosity between the fans was mainly on a sporting level, with many families split evenly between red and blue. For reasons like this, the match became known as the ‘friendly derby’, as fans often sat next to each other.

The bond between the clubs was strengthened by the Hillsborough disaster in 1989, in which 97 Liverpool fans lost their lives due to the negligence of the authorities. The ensuing smear campaign against fans has united the people of the city, which occurred during the Margaret Thatcher era when Liverpool was largely neglected, via The Guardian.

On the field, the 1980s also saw clubs win league titles and compete for other domestic titles, being the top two teams in the country. Two all-Merseyside FA Cup finals in 1986 and 1989 were both won by Liverpool. In recent years, Liverpool have dominated the rivalry with Everton, finishing below them just three times in the Premier League era.

Head-to-head record

The clubs have played 292 times, with games in Division One/Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, Community Shield and several wartime competitions. The first match between the clubs took place in October 1894.

Liverpool have the historic lead with 123 wins over Everton’s 83. The other 86 games were drawn via 11 against 11.

Last five games in all competitions

September 3, 2022: Everton 0-0 Liverpool – Premier League

April 24, 2022: Liverpool 2-0 Everton – Premier League

December 1, 2021: Everton 1-4 Liverpool – Premier League

February 20, 2021: Liverpool 0-2 Everton – Premier League

October 17, 2020: Everton 2-2 Liverpool – Premier League

Liverpool vs Everton Team News

One of Liverpool’s many problems this season has been injuries, which continue here. Thiago is doubtful for the game with a hip injury and is likely to be sidelined for this game alongside Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate (both hamstrings).

Long-term absences included Luis Diaz (knee), Roberto Firmino (heel) and Arthur (thigh). On a more positive note, Diogo Jota is set to return to the matchday squad via Premier Injuries for Monday’s game.
Everton are still without James Garner (back), Andros Townsend and Nathan Patterson (both knees). Michael Keane (knee) is unlikely to be fit in time for the game, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin (thigh) limped on in last Saturday’s 1-0 win against Arsenal and looks like an option at best bench, due to injuries Premier.

Expected line-up

Liverpool have expected eleven starters: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Matip, Gomez, Robertson; Bajcetic, Henderson, Elliot; Gakpo, Salah, Nunez

Long-term absentees include Luis Diaz (knee), Roberto Firmino (heel) and Arthur (thigh). In more positive news, Diogo Jota looks set to return to the squad for Monday’s match via Premier Injuries.
Everton are left without James Garner (back), Andros Townsend and Nathan Patterson (both knee). Michael Keane (knee) is unlikely to be fit in time for the game, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin (thigh) limped on in last Saturday’s 1-0 win against Arsenal and looks like an option at best bench, due to injuries Premier.

Expected line-up
Liverpool predicted a starting XI: Alisson; Alexandre-Arnold, Matip, Gomez, Robertson; Bajcetic, Henderson, Elliot; Gakpo, Salah, Nunez

Everton predicted starting XI: Pickford; Coleman, Coady, Tarkovsky, Mykolenko; McNeil, Gueye, Doucoure, Onana, Iwobi; Maupay

Game Prediction

Liverpool 2-1 Everton: Given their pathetic form in 2023, it’s hard to back Liverpool in every game, let alone a derby against a side with the telling ‘new coaching leap’. Expect a restrained and tight game with Everton getting 10 behind the ball for big games and Liverpool struggling to break them down. dead end
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