- Virgil van Dijk scored a stoppage-time header to secure a 2-1 victory for Liverpool in the first Merseyside derby held at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
- The win significantly boosts Liverpool's chances of qualifying for next season's Champions League, placing them seven points clear of sixth-placed Chelsea.
- Mohamed Salah opened the scoring for Liverpool in the 29th minute, equalling Steven Gerrard's record of nine Premier League derby goals.
- Everton's Beto equalised in the 54th minute, but Van Dijk's goal in the 10th minute of added time sealed the win for the Reds.
- The crucial victory came after Liverpool's recent poor run of form, including a Champions League exit, easing pressure on the team.
