Jurgen Klopp to Address Media Ahead of Merseyside Derby
Liverpool FC manager Jurgen Klopp is set to address the media at 1.30pm (BST) today from the AXA Training Centre ahead of Saturday’s lunchtime meeting with Everton at Anfield. The press conference is expected to include updates on the fitness of his players as they return for the 243rd Merseyside derby.
This Is Anfield will be providing live updates from the press conference, so follow along with us to get the latest news from the boss. You can also watch the full press conference on our YouTube channel.
Klopp’s Record Against Everton
Klopp has enjoyed a successful record against Everton since taking over as Liverpool manager in 2015. In the nine meetings between the two sides since then, Liverpool have won seven and drawn two, with Klopp’s men scoring 22 goals and conceding just six.
The Reds have been particularly dominant at Anfield, winning all five of their home games against Everton under Klopp, scoring 14 goals and conceding just two. Their last meeting at Anfield was a 5-2 victory for Liverpool in December 2019, with Divock Origi scoring a hat-trick.
Liverpool’s Form Going Into The Derby
Liverpool have been in good form in recent weeks, winning four of their last five Premier League games and drawing the other. They have also kept three clean sheets in their last four matches, and are currently fourth in the table, just one point behind third-placed Leicester City.
The Reds have also been impressive in Europe this season, topping their Champions League group and progressing to the knockout stages with two games to spare. They will face RB Leipzig in the round of 16 in February.
Everton’s Form Going Into The Derby
Everton have also been in good form in recent weeks, winning four of their last five Premier League games and drawing the other. They are currently sixth in the table, just two points behind fourth-placed Liverpool.
The Toffees have also been impressive in Europe this season, topping their Europa League group and progressing to the knockout stages with two games to spare. They will face Greek side Olympiacos in the round of 32 in February.
Conclusion
Klopp’s press conference today is sure to provide some interesting updates on his players’ fitness ahead of Saturday’s Merseyside derby. Both Liverpool and Everton have been in good form in recent weeks, so it promises to be an exciting game between two sides who are both pushing for a top-four finish this season.
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