Liverpool travel to Goodison Park to face Everton in the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park. Not only is it a historic game, it could be decisive in the Reds’ title race.

The game was originally scheduled to take place before Christmas but was postponed due to Storm Darragh. Now, when it returns, Liverpool have the chance to create a nine-point gap with Arsenal with a win. However, they cannot underestimate a resurgent Everton side under David Moyes.

Mohamed Salah, who leads the Premier League scoring charts with 21 goals, was rested for the game against Plymouth Argyle. His return will certainly be a big boost for Liverpool’s attack. However, the Merseysiders’ recent form has been less than impressive.

Liverpool’s shock defeat to Plymouth in the FA Cup showed that they still have problems, despite rotating their squad. Before that, the Reds also failed to score in two games against Nottingham Forest and Tottenham. This raises the question of whether they are sharp enough to penetrate Everton’s defence.

Everton have been in good form under David Moyes, with wins over Tottenham, Brighton and Leicester. Despite losing to Bournemouth in the FA Cup, they are still formidable at home.

Statistics show that Everton have lost just two of their last 12 derbies at Goodison Park, with nine draws. Notably, 12 of the last 16 matches between the two teams have featured under 2.5 goals. This suggests that the upcoming match is likely to be a tight affair with few goals.

Liverpool have the advantage in terms of squad, with key players like Trent Alexander-Arnold also set to return. But with the fervent atmosphere of the final derby at Goodison Park, Everton will fight to the end to get at least a point.

Liverpool may be favourites, but Everton’s history and determination make this match more unpredictable than ever. A draw is not too surprising.