Everton to Host Liverpool in First-Ever Merseyside Derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium

Everton will host Liverpool in the first-ever Merseyside Derby at the Hill Dickinson Stadium as both teams continue their push for European football next season. Liverpool suffered a setback in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals, losing to Paris Saint-Germain. Now, they are focused on securing their place in next season’s Champions League through the Premier League. Everton, currently eighth in the standings, are keen on keeping their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League alive with a win over their local rivals.

In the reverse fixture earlier this season, Liverpool secured a 2-1 victory over Everton at Anfield, but the upcoming match promises to be a competitive showdown.

How to watch

The match will be broadcast on various channels including Sky Sports Main Event in the UK, NBC in the U.S., JioHotstar in India, and Stan Sport in Australia. ESPN will also provide live coverage.

Key Details

Kick-off time: Sunday, April 19, at 2 p.m. BST

Venue: Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool

Referee: Chris Kavanagh

VAR: Paul Howard

Injury News

Everton

Carlos Alcaraz – knock, DOUBT.
Jack Grealish – foot injury, OUT.

Liverpool

Alisson Becker – muscle injury, OUT.
Hugo Ekitike – achilles injury, OUT.
Conor Bradley – knee injury, OUT.
Giovanni Leoni – knee, OUT.
Stefan Bajcetic – hamstring, OUT.
Wataru Endo – ankle, OUT.

Talking Points

Everton’s first derby at new stadium is an opportunity to dream

Everton fans are eager for a positive result against Liverpool in the first derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium. With European football aspirations, Everton sees this match as a chance to secure a spot in next season’s Champions League.

Liverpool have six games to save their season

Liverpool aims to secure a Champions League spot to salvage their season despite facing challenges. The upcoming match against Everton is crucial for maintaining their position in the top five.

What is Liverpool’s plan without Ekitike?

With Hugo Ekitike sidelined, Liverpool looks to other key players like Alexander Isak and Rio Ngumoha to step up in the crucial stage of the season.

Garner vs Szoboszlai a key battle

James Garner and Dominik Szoboszlai are set for a midfield battle, highlighting the key matchups in the upcoming Merseyside Derby.

What do the numbers say?

• Everton has struggled against Liverpool at Goodison Park in recent encounters.
• Liverpool can achieve a milestone with a win at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
• Liverpool’s Florian Wirtz ranks high in chances created this season.
• Everton aims to hit 50 points with a win, marking a significant achievement.