Liverpool’s title hopes suffer huge blow after Calvert-Lewin seals Everton win

The final Merseyside derby of Jürgen Klopp’s Liverpool reign might well prove the final blow to his dream of saying goodbye with thetitle. For the first time in 14 long years, Everton emerged victorious against their local rivals at Goodison Park. Victory will taste all the sweeter for Sean Dyche’s team with their top-flight status almost certainly secured at the expense of Liverpool’s title chances.

Liverpool were missing both Diogo Jota and Cody Gakpo, the latter joining the injured striker on the sidelines after his partner went into labour hours before kick-off. They were also missing composure for long periods of the first half, although it may be more accurate to say Everton refused to allow them to have it.

Harrison was also involved in an incident that threatened serious repercussions for the visitors’ night. The winger put Calvert-Lewin through on goal with a delightful cross with the outside of his foot. The striker nudged the ball around Alisson and was sent sprawling by the Liverpool goalkeeper before he could convert into an unguarded net. The referee Andy Madley immediately pointed to the penalty spot and showed Alisson a yellow card, to the fury of the home crowd.

Now Liverpool responded. Klopp’s side finally began to control possession and stretch the Everton defence. Jordan Pickford, previously untroubled, saved from Núñez when the Uruguay international was played through by Salah. The Everton keeper also denied Luis Díaz with his legs after Núñez turned provider.

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