Liverpool and Everton Face Off in 243rd Merseyside Derby

The 243rd Merseyside Derby is finally here, with Liverpool and Everton crossing the park to face off at Anfield. Kickoff is at 12.30pm (UK) and the referee is Craig Pawson. This blog is run by Sam Millne, so get involved by Tweeting @thisisanfield, @sam_millne & in the comments below.

Liverpool Team

Liverpool’s starting lineup includes Alisson in goal; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas in defense; Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai in midfield; and Salah, Jota, Diaz up front. The subs are Kelleher, Gomez, Matip, Quansah, Scanlon, McConnell, Endo, Elliott, Nunez.

Everton Team

Everton’s starting lineup includes Pickford in goal; Young, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko in defense; McNeil, Onana, Garner, Harrison in midfield; and Doucoure and Calvert-Lewin up front. The subs are Virginia, Keane, Godfrey, Patterson, Gueye, Chermiti, Dobbin, Danjuma, Beto.

History of the Merseyside Derby

The Merseyside Derby is one of the most iconic rivalries in English football. It is a fierce rivalry between two of the most successful clubs in English football history. The first meeting between the two sides was in 1894 and since then there have been 242 matches between them. Liverpool have won the most matches (117), while Everton have won the second most (76).

Recent Form

Liverpool have been in good form lately, having won their last five matches in all competitions. They have also kept four clean sheets in their last five matches. Everton have also been in good form lately, having won four of their last five matches in all competitions. They have also kept three clean sheets in their last five matches.

Prediction

This match promises to be a thrilling encounter between two sides who are both in good form. Liverpool are the favourites to win this match due to their recent form and home advantage. However, Everton have been playing well lately and could cause an upset. It should be an exciting match with plenty of goals and drama.