Liverpool continued their unbeaten run in the Premier League with a commanding 2-1 victory over Everton in the Merseyside derby at Anfield. The win marked their fifth consecutive triumph, strengthening their hold on the top spot as they defend their Premier League title.
The match kicked off with high intensity, and it didn’t take long for Liverpool to make their mark. In the 10th minute, Ryan Gravenberch showcased his finesse with a clever lofted finish from a pinpoint Mohamed Salah pass, putting Liverpool ahead early.
Just before the half-hour mark, Gravenberch was involved again, this time as a provider. He found Hugo Ekitike, who made no mistake, coolly slotting the ball past Everton’s goalkeeper, Jordan Pickford, with a precise low shot.
Liverpool’s squad depth was on full display, with two major summer signings—Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak—left on the bench, despite their combined £241m value. This only highlighted the strength of manager Arne Slot’s squad, as they maintained dominance throughout the game.
Everton, however, did not go down without a fight. After the break, they improved and pulled a goal back in the 58th minute. Jack Grealish’s cross found Iliman Ndiaye at the far post, who then set up Idrissa Gueye for a powerful shot that left Liverpool keeper Alisson stranded.
Despite Everton’s resurgence, Liverpool held firm to secure all three points, further solidifying their perfect start to the season. The match ended 2-1, with Everton’s fight back proving unsuccessful in the face of Liverpool’s resilient defence.
