Overview
- Ryan Gravenberch opened the scoring from Mohamed Salah’s lifted pass after Cody Gakpo’s ball recovery, then assisted Hugo Ekitike for the second before halftime.
- Everton pulled one back through Gana Gueye early in the second half and pressed late but could not find an equalizer.
- Jack Grealish stood out for Everton with creative bursts on the flank and a goal-line clearance to deny Ibrahima Konaté.
- Arne Slot left recent signings Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak on the bench as Ekitike led the line and delivered Liverpool’s second goal.
- Liverpool climbs to 15 points with five wins from five to lead the league, while Everton stays on seven after five matches.