Liverpool FC vs Everton FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Liverpool FC vs Everton FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Liverpool and Everton renew their fierce rivalry in the Merseyside derby at Anfield on Wednesday night, just two months after their last dramatic clash. That encounter ended in heartbreak for Liverpool, as James Tarkowski’s injury time equalizer secured a 2-2 draw for Everton

Both Liverpool and Everton enter the derby on impressive unbeaten runs in the Premier League. However, the Reds will be looking to shake off the disappointment of back-to-back eliminations from the Champions League and EFL Cup as they seek a statement win at Anfield.

Current Standings: Liverpool reign supreme at the top of the table with 70 points, boasting 21 wins, 7 draws, and just a single defeat. Meanwhile, Everton find themselves battling in the lower half with 34 points, having managed 7 wins, 13 draws, and 9 losses 

Head-to-Head Record: As one would expect, Liverpool holds the edge in this derby with a win-loss record of 28-11 in 65 matches. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Liverpool FC Preview

For Liverpool, the midweek clash is about regrouping and resetting after a tough spell. Knocked out of the Champions League by PSG on penalties and falling to Newcastle in the EFL Cup final, the Reds are desperate to bounce back with a statement win in the Merseyside derby. That said, they’re on course for their second title in five years, sitting comfortably 12 points ahead of a struggling Arsenal, so the pressure to win this contest is minimal.

Everton are a real threat from set-pieces, with 41% of their league goals (13/32) coming from them—the highest ratio in the league. Beto’s opener in the reverse fixture was a prime example, coming from a quick free-kick. In contrast, Liverpool have relied on open play, with just 6% (4/69) of their goals coming from non-penalty set-pieces.

Salah may face criticism in big games, but in the Premier League—and especially Merseyside derbies—he remains Liverpool’s main man. Leading the league with 27 goals and 17 assists this season, he thrives in this fixture, with eight goal contributions (six goals, two assists) in his last seven derbies, including a goal and assist in the last meeting.

Team News 

Liverpool will be without Conor Bradley, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Joe Gomez for this clash, while Ryan Gravenberch remains a doubt after withdrawing from the Netherlands squad. Adding to their worries, star keeper Alisson Becker is also a concern after suffering a suspected concussion while playing for Brazil against Colombia.

Liverpool Probable XI - Alisson(GK); Quansah, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai; Salah, Diaz, Gakpo

Everton FC Preview

Liverpool may hope to ease the sting of their Champions League and EFL Cup exits through this fixture, but Everton under Moyes are a different beast and certainly no pushovers. Unbeaten in nine league games—their longest run since 2017—they've banished relegation fears for a second straight season. Moyes’s impact has been immense, with Everton earning 17 points in his 10 games, as many as any bottom-three side has managed all season.

Everton’s unbeaten run may look impressive, but their 13 draws from 29 league games have them stuck in 15th place. Despite going nine games without a loss, those stalemates—45% of their results—are holding them back. Heading into this clash, the Toffees are on a run of four straight draws, desperately needing a win to climb the table.

Jordan Pickford has made more saves than all but three Premier League goalkeepers this season, but his Anfield record is grim—losing eight of ten visits, conceding 18 goals, and keeping just one clean sheet. If Everton are to escape unscathed, Pickford will need to overcome his Anfield demons.

Everton will make a trip to Anfield on Wednesday without Dominic Calvert-Lewin, while Vitaliy Mykolenko is racing against time to be fit. However, the good news is that Iliman Ndiaye and Dwight McNeil are back to full fitness and could make a big impact in Moyes’ starting lineup.

Everton Probable XI - Pickford (GK) ; O'Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Young; Alcaraz, Gueye, Garner, Doucoure, Harrison; Beto

LIVERPOOL FC vs EVERTON FC
Winning Prediction

Everton have had too many draws for their liking, but on Wednesday, they’d happily take one at the daunting Anfield. Moyes, in particular, won’t mind, given his dreadful record—losing his last nine visits and still searching for his first win after 19 trips, the longest winless run for any manager at a single Premier League venue. Meanwhile, Slot will push his side for a win, eager to make amends for their recent Champions League and EFL Cup setbacks.  With their dominant Anfield record against Everton, Liverpool are clear favorites. Liverpool FC at 1.37 to win, while Everton sits at 8.80, with a draw at 5.00.

Liverpool to Win (2-0)

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