The stage is set for a historic showdown as Everton and Liverpool meet in the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.
With Everton’s move to a new stadium looming, the Toffees aim to mark this occasion by derailing their rivals’ Premier League title ambitions.
David Moyes has kept faith in the same Everton side that defeated Leicester City in their last league outing, with Beto, who scored twice in that game, leading the attack once again.
Meanwhile, Arne Slot has restored his regular starters following Liverpool’s FA Cup exit, with Luis Diaz the only player retained from the weekend loss to Plymouth Argyle.
- Kick-off: 7:30 PM GMT
- Everton XI: Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Gana, Garner; Lindstrom, Doucoure, Ndiaye; Beto.
- Liverpool XI: Alisson; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Diaz.
- Key Changes: Conor Bradley continues at right-back for Liverpool, while Cody Gakpo is preferred over Diogo Jota and Darwin Nunez in attack. Trent Alexander-Arnold is only fit enough for the bench.
Although Liverpool have dominated this fixture in recent years, the overall head-to-head record remains tight, with both clubs securing 41 wins each alongside 37 draws in 119 meetings. Everton won the first Merseyside derby at Goodison and will be desperate to ensure they also win the last game
While Goodison Park still has a few more matches left before Everton’s relocation, this is the last time it will host this legendary rivalry. The atmosphere is expected to be electric as the Toffees look to leave a lasting mark on this historic fixture.
Stay with us for all the action, build-up, and live coverage as Everton and Liverpool battle it out one final time at Goodison Park.