Liverpool vs Everton: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Liverpool vs Everton in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 20:00 BST match.

Fixture: Liverpool vs Everton
Date: Wednesday 2 April 2025
Kick-off: 20:00 BST
Venue: Anfield

The Merseyside derby is always a high-intensity affair, and this match is expected to be no different. Liverpool, with their current form and home advantage, will look to assert their dominance early on. However, Everton's recent resilience and ability to secure points against tough opponents cannot be underestimated.

Expect Liverpool to control possession and create numerous scoring opportunities, but Everton's disciplined defence and counter-attacking threat could keep the game competitive. The key for Everton will be to stay organised and capitalise on any mistakes from the league leaders.

Match Prediction: Liverpool 3-1 Everton

Liverpool have been in scintillating form, showcasing their dominance in the Premier League. Their last five matches have resulted in a series of victories, demonstrating their consistency and strength.

The Reds are currently leading the league table with a fearsome attack led by Mohamed Salah, who has been instrumental in their recent successes. Their defensive solidity, combined with a high-pressing game, has made them a formidable force.

Last 5 league matches:

• Win: 3-1 vs Southampton (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs Newcastle (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs Manchester City (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Aston Villa (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Wolves (H)
  

Everton have shown resilience and improvement under David Moyes, with a series of draws in their recent outings.

The Toffees have been competitive, particularly in their recent unbeaten run, but they face a stern test against the league leaders. Their ability to grind out results has been key, but they will need to be at their best to challenge Liverpool.

Last 5 league matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs West Ham (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Wolves (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Brentford (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Manchester United (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Crystal Palace (A)
  

The Merseyside derby is always a fiercely contested affair, with both teams having their moments of glory. Recent results between Liverpool and Everton have been closely fought.

Historically, Liverpool have had the upper hand, but Everton have shown they can compete, especially in recent encounters.

• Everton 2-2 Liverpool (12 February 2025)
• Everton 2-0 Liverpool (24 April 2024)
• Liverpool 2-0 Everton (21 October 2023)
• Liverpool 2-0 Everton (13 February 2023)
• Everton 0-0 Liverpool (3 September 2022)
  

• Alisson - Head (Doubtful)
• Joe Gomez - Hamstring
• Tyler Morton - Shoulder (Doubtful)
• Conor Bradley - Muscle (Doubtful)
• Trent Alexander-Arnold - Ankle
• Ryan Gravenberch - Fitness (Doubtful)

Injuries to key players could affect Liverpool at both ends of the pitch.

• Dwight McNeil - Knee (Doubtful)
• Dominic Calvert-Lewin - Hamstring (Doubtful)
• Orel Mangala - Knee
• Iliman Ndiaye - Knee (Doubtful)
• Vitaliy Mykolenko - Knock (Doubtful)

Everton's attacking options are very limited heading into the game, with talismanic figures such as Ndiaye unlikely to feature.

Kelleher; Quansah, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson; Szoboszlai, Jones, Mac Allister; Salah, Núñez, Díaz

Liverpool are likely to continue with their high-pressing 4-3-3 formation, aiming to dominate possession and exploit the flanks with Salah and Díaz.

Pickford; O’Brien, Branthwaite, Tarkowski, Young; Garner, Gueye, Doucoure, Harrison, Lindstrom; Beto

Everton may opt for a 4-5-1 formation, focusing on a solid defensive structure and looking to hit Liverpool on the counter-attack.

• Mohamed Salah vs Ashley Young: Salah's pace and finishing will be a constant threat, and Young's defensive ability will be crucial in containing him.
• Darwin Núñez vs James Tarkowski: Núñez's physicality and movement could test Tarkowski's defensive organisation.
• Idrissa Gueye vs Dominik Szoboszlai: Gueye's tackling and interception skills will be vital in stopping Szoboszlai's creative influence in midfield.
  

• Liverpool have won 28 of their 65 meetings with Everton in the Premier League, with Everton securing 11 victories and 26 matches ending in draws.
• Mohamed Salah has been directly involved in 44 goal contributions in the Premier League this season, making it his most productive campaign to date.
  

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