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Liverpool Host Resurgent Everton in Anfield Derby Lunchtime Kickoff

Liverpool's late‑winner habit faces scrutiny from an Everton side lifted by Jack Grealish despite defensive absences.

Overview

  • The 247th Merseyside derby kicks off at Anfield on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. BST with Liverpool top of the table after four wins from four.
  • Arne Slot’s side have set a Premier League mark by deciding each of their opening four league victories with goals in the final 10 minutes.
  • Everton arrive sixth and unbeaten in their last four in all competitions, with Jack Grealish leading the league in assists and central to their attacking upturn.
  • Team news points to Alexander Isak being managed for minutes after his midweek debut, while Everton are without Jarrad Branthwaite and have been monitoring Vitalii Mykolenko.
  • Bookmakers list Liverpool as clear favorites, and David Moyes has yet to win a Premier League match at Anfield in 20 attempts.