Liverpool will face Everton in the highly anticipated Merseyside derby at Goodison Park on Wednesday night.
This fixture marks the final time the two clubs will meet at Goodison before Everton’s planned move to their new stadium. With Liverpool exiting the FA Cup in a shocking loss to Plymouth, Arne Slot’s men will be keen to bounce back and maintain momentum in the Premier League.
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At least nine of Liverpool’s starting XI appear to be set. The key players rested during the FA Cup tie, indicating their involvement in this crucial clash. Among the confirmed starters are:
- Goalkeeper: Alisson Becker will return in place of Caoimhin Kelleher.
- Defense: Conor Bradley, Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, and Andy Robertson are expected to form the backline.
- Midfield: Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Alexis Mac Allister are all set to start.
- Attack: Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo will feature in the front three.
Selection dilemma for Liverpool
Despite a largely settled lineup, two positions remain uncertain.
- Right-Back: Trent Alexander-Arnold has returned to training but remains a doubt. If he is not deemed fit, Bradley will retain his place.
- Forward Line: Luis Diaz played the full 90 minutes against Plymouth, which could see Darwin Nunez step in as the third attacker. The Uruguayan recently traveled to Spain for the birth of his second child, but Slot may still opt for his physical presence against Everton’s defense.
Injury Updates
Liverpool will be without Joe Gomez, who suffered an injury against Plymouth. Young midfielder Tyler Morton remains sidelined with a shoulder issue. Meanwhile, Curtis Jones, who was benched due to a knock, remains a doubt.
Match Details
- Date and Time: Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 7:30 PM GMT
- Venue: Goodison Park, Liverpool
- TV Broadcast: TNT Sports
- Streaming: Available on TNT Sports platforms
Liverpool will look to secure a vital win in their final Goodison Park derby, with fans eager to see how Arne Slot’s tactical decisions unfold in this historic fixture.
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