Everton and Liverpool played a 2-2 draw pulsating in what was the last Merseyside derby at Goodison Park, with the dramatic fly-fly of James Tarkowski save a point for the Toffees.
The game was up to the reputation of historical rivalry, with many objectives, controversy and late drama.
Everton first struck Beto, only for Liverpool to respond quickly via Alexis Mac Allister. Mohamed Salah then seemed to have sealed the victory for the Reds in the second half, but the superb late strike from Tarkowski assured that the loot was shared during an unforgettable meeting.
The Toffees made a dream start in front of a noisy crowd. After receiving a free kick in the midfield, Jarrad Branthwaite caught the defense of Liverpool off guard with an intelligent ball through the ball, on which Beto hung on.
The Everton striker showed a large composure to slip in front of Alisson and put his team in the 11th minute.
However, Everton’s advance was short -lived while Liverpool responded almost immediately. Salah, operating on the right side, delivered a punctual cross in the penalty area, where Mac Allister increased the highest to take a look beyond Jordan Pickford in the furthest corner.
Just 16 minutes later, the game was already at 1-1, preparing the field for an exciting competition.
Ft. The last Merseyid derby in Goodison ends even after the end of Tarkowski.
A point was no less than what we deserve. UTT! 💙
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– Everton (@Everton) February 12, 2025
The rest of the first half was fiercely disputed, with flying challenges while the two parties fought for control.
Five players were reserved before the break, illustrating the intensity of the confrontation. Liverpool dominated possession, but Everton was clearer, Abdoulaye Doucoure missing a golden opportunity to restore the advance when he did not reach the target at close range.
Everton began the second half bright, creating several opportunities to regain the head. Jack Harrison and Doucoure both had efforts that did not disturb Alisson, while Beto continued to cause Liverpool’s defense problems.
Despite Everton’s pressure, it was Liverpool who struck the next 73rd minute. The initial shot of Curtis Jones was courageously blocked by Branthwaite, but the rebound fell gently in Salah, who was not mistaken by pulling towards the house to put the Reds forward for the first time of the game.
With the time that exhausted, Everton has desperately pushed in search of an equalizer. The replacement Tim Iroegbunam had a significant impact, and his head in the 98th minute set up a moment of magic. The ball dropped with goodness for Tarkowski, who sparked a thunderous volley in the upper corner, sending Goodison Park in rapture.
A long Var check followed a possible offside, but the objective was given, guaranteeing a spectacular end in the competition.
While tensions were boiling, Curtis Jones and Doucoure received the second yellow card deeply in the stoppage, reducing the two teams to ten men. But at that time, the damage had been caused, and Everton had obtained a crucial point against their ferocious rivals.
The draw extends Liverpool’s advance at the top of the Premier League at seven points, but there was a fury on the field and touchlines after the officer at the end of the match.
The result with Give Chasers Arsenal has renewed hopes that they will be able to fill the gap with their title rivals in the coming weeks.
