Everton vs Liverpool – Predicted lineup and team news

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·19 April 2026

Everton vs Liverpool – Predicted lineup and team news

Everton supporters await the first-ever Merseyside derby at the Hill Dickinson Stadium with immense anticipation.

David Moyes’ side enter this historic fixture in their most stable form for years. The Toffees have won three of their last five matches to ignite European dreams. They currently sit eighth, just five points behind their local rivals. A victory today would move Everton to within two points of the Champions League spots.

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Everton have won their last two home Premier League matches at their new home. They now look to secure three consecutive home wins for the first time. Interestingly, it took the club 18 games to achieve that feat at Goodison Park. However, historical results in the derby remain a concern for the home faithful. Everton have won just five of their last 52 league derbies since 2000.

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David Moyes provided a major boost by confirming Charly Alcaraz is available for selection. The Argentine has been sidelined since February but returned to full training this week. Furthermore, the manager stated the squad is as close to fully fit as possible. Long-term absentee Jack Grealish is the only significant player definitely ruled out today.

Beto is likely to lead the line following an impressive run of form. He has been involved in five goals in his last five appearances. Only Bruno Fernandes and Igor Thiago have matched his goal output since late February. Jordan Pickford starts in goal as he seeks a rare derby clean sheet. The defensive unit will feature James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite at centre-back.

Iliman Ndiaye and Dwight McNeil will provide the width in Moyes’ preferred system. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is expected to operate in the creative number ten role. Accordingly, the Toffees will look to exploit a tired Liverpool side following their European exit. A win would see Everton hit the 50-point mark for the first time since 2021. The “1878s” supporters’ group has organised a special welcome to inspire the players.

Moyes has challenged his players to rise to the occasion in this pivotal game. He insisted that surviving is not enough and the club must challenge for trophies. The manager believes rebuilding the relationship with supporters is essential for future success. A positive result today would go a long way in achieving that goal. Everton have drawn 10 of their last 14 home league derbies against the Reds.