Everton vs Liverpool Match Preview, Prediction, Teams, Lineups, and How to Watch

Merseyside derbies never need a subplot to generate excitement, but this one has more narrative threads than most. For the first time ever, Everton host Liverpool at the brand-new Hill Dickinson Stadium — a historic occasion that adds a layer of emotion to an already electric fixture.

The Toffees, sitting 10th on 47 points under David Moyes, come into this in stable Premier League form and with genuine European ambitions. Liverpool, on the other hand, arrive bruised and battered after losing four of their last five competitive matches, including a gut-wrenching Champions League exit. Make no mistake — this is a must-win for Arne Slot’s side, and Everton know exactly how dangerous a wounded Liverpool can be.

Everton vs Liverpool Match Preview

Everton’s Form — Moyes Has Them Believing Again

There is something quietly impressive about what David Moyes has built at Everton this season. The Toffees have lost just once in their last five Premier League matches and are chasing three consecutive home victories at their new stadium for the first time. Yahoo Sports Charly Alcaraz has returned to full training after a two-month injury layoff and is available for selection, giving Moyes an extra option in midfield.

Only Jack Grealish remains sidelined with a persistent foot problem. With a home crowd fired up by the first-ever Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton will feel the momentum is firmly on their side. For more on Everton’s resurgence, check out our Premier League coverage at TechnoSports.

Liverpool’s Form — A Club at a Crossroads

This is not the Liverpool that fans have come to expect under Arne Slot. The Reds have managed only one victory in their last five competitive matches and have won just three of their last 22 away fixtures against top-half opposition. Yahoo Sports The Champions League exit has clearly taken a psychological toll, and their injury list is worsening at the worst possible moment. Hugo Ekitiké has ruptured his Achilles and is out for the season, while Joe Gomez, Alisson, Wataru Endo, and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s deputy Bradley are all unavailable. Goalkeeper Mamardashvili is expected to continue between the sticks. The full Premier League standings and fixture list can be found at the official Premier League website.

Team News & Probable Lineups

Moyes is set to line up in a 4-2-3-1 with Pickford in goal, a back four of O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, and Mykolenko, and Iliman Ndiaye expected to be the creative spark behind lone striker Beto. Liverpool will rely on Mohamed Salah’s big-game quality to unlock a disciplined Everton backline, with Alexander Isak leading the line and Dominik Szoboszlai pulling strings in behind. Slot’s 4-2-3-1 could also include youngster Ngumoha on the left, stepping in for the absent Ekitiké. Confirmed lineups will be released approximately an hour before kickoff — follow live updates at TechnoSports.

Everton probable XI (4-2-3-1): Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; Ndiaye, Dewsbury-Hall, McNeil; Beto

Liverpool probable XI (4-2-3-1): Mamardashvili; Frimpong, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Jones; Salah, Szoboszlai, Ngumoha; Isak

Match Prediction

The atmosphere at Hill Dickinson Stadium for this historic first Merseyside derby will be extraordinary, and Everton will feed off every decibel of it. Liverpool’s form, injuries, and recent away record against top-half sides all point toward a difficult afternoon for the Reds. Liverpool have lost six of their last seven away games against top-ten sides Yahoo Sports — a damning record that suggests Everton are more than capable of capitalising here. The prediction is a hard-fought Everton win or a tight 1–1 draw, with Salah’s individual brilliance remaining the one wild card that could change everything for Liverpool. A detailed analysis of the match odds is available via Yahoo Sports.

How to Watch Everton vs Liverpool?

The match is live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event, with coverage beginning at 1:00 PM BST. Yahoo Sports US viewers can stream the Merseyside derby on Peacock or watch on USA Network. Indian football fans can catch the 6:30 PM IST kickoff on Sports18 and stream it live on JioCinema. Full broadcast listings across all regions are available at the official Premier League website.

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