Preview, team news, head to head, probable line-ups, tactical analysis and where to watch Everton v Liverpool in Sunday’s Premier League clash
Everton host Liverpool in the Merseyside derby on Sunday, 19 April 2026, at 14:00 local time / 15:00 CET / 09:00 ET / 06:00 PT at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. The clash comes at a crucial stage of the Premier League season, with Liverpool looking to secure Champions League football for next season and Everton also chasing European places.
Everton come into the match on the back of a 2-2 draw with Brentford and their only loss in their last five games came against leaders Arsenal. The Toffees under David Moyes are on course for their best Premier League finish in almost a decade.
Liverpool, meanwhile, will be hoping to bounce back from their recent Champions League elimination at the hands of PSG.
Arne Slot’s side are on a patchy run of form and have only won three of their last 10 games in all competitions.
Team news & injury updates
Everton
The derby on Sunday will come too early for Charly Alcaraz, who is carrying a knock and expected back later in the month. Moyes will also be without Jack Grealish, who is likely to miss the rest of the season.
Liverpool
Slot has a longer list of absentees to concern him, with Joe Gomez and Curtis Jones both doubts, while Stefan Bajcetic, Wataru Endo and Alisson Becker are all expected back next month. Hugo Ekitiké, Conor Bradley, and Giovanni Leoni are longer term injuries.
Head‑to‑Head (H2H) record
The Merseyside derby has historically been closely contested, but Liverpool have held the upper hand in recent years, with Everton’s wins relatively rare despite the fixture often producing draws.
Last 5 meetings:
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Everton vs Liverpool probable line‑ups
| Position | Everton Predicted XI | Liverpool Predicted XI |
| Goalkeeper | Pickford | Mamardashvili |
| Defence | O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko | Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson |
| Midfield | Gueye, Garner, McNeill, Dewsbury-Hall, Ndiaye | Szoboszlai, Gravenberch, Salah, Wirtz, Ngumoha |
| Attack | Beto | Gakpo |
Tactical analysis: How the game will be won
Expect a competitive and physical derby
Given the nature of the Merseyside derby, this fixture is likely to be closely contested, with both teams balancing intensity and tactical discipline. Everton will aim to stay compact and frustrate Liverpool, looking to capitalise on transitions and moments in the final third.
Liverpool, by contrast, are expected to control possession and create chances through their attacking structure, with their higher goal output this season suggesting a more potent threat going forward. The key battle may come in midfield, where control of tempo and second balls could determine the outcome.
Where to watch Everton vs Liverpool
The Premier League clash between Everton and Liverpool kicks off on Sunday, 19 April 2026, at 14:00 local time / 15:00 CET / 09:00 ET / 06:00 PT.
In the United Kingdom, fans can watch the game on Sky Sports, while in the United States coverage is available via USA Network.
Market insights & probability
According to data analysis, Liverpool are slight favourites heading into the match with a 41.62% probability of winning, compared to 33.16% for Everton and 25.21% for a draw.
The most likely scoreline is projected to be a narrow Liverpool victory, underlining how finely balanced the contest could be despite Liverpool’s marginal statistical edge. There is a 57.13% probability of both teams scoring.
