Liverpool and Everton are set to clash in a key English Premier League match on Wednesday. Liverpool (22-8-3) hold a slim one-point lead over Manchester City (23-8-2) with seven games remaining in the season. Everton (10-8-15) are just five points clear of the relegation zone and will be looking to avoid being dragged into a battle for survival. Liverpool are the heavy favorites to win the match, but Everton have shown signs of improvement in recent weeks and will be hoping to cause an upset.
Everton will host title-chasing Liverpool in the Premier League this week. The Reds are slight outsiders in the title race but ensured they will not let their season collapse with a win over Fulham on Sunday. Everton may almost be safe in their battle against relegation after a controversial win over Nottingham Forest on Sunday. The game will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Coverage starts at 7pm BST. Everton will likely be without striker Beto after he was stretchered off against Forest following a clash of heads. Liverpool have recovered most of their injured players of late, although Joel Matip, Ben Doak, and Thiago Alcantara will play no part. Liverpool are heavy favorites for this Merseyside derby, but it is the kind of game in which – at least theoretically – the form book can go out the window.
Everton welcome arch-rivals Liverpool to Goodison Park in a pivotal Premier League clash that pits the relegation candidates against the title hopefuls. The Toffees, buoyed by a 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest, will aim to disrupt the Reds’ title aspirations while fending off the threat of relegation. Despite Ashley Young’s struggles at right-back, Sean Dyche is likely to retain the same back five as Idrissa Gana Gueye takes over holding midfield duties. Liverpool, fresh off a 3-1 victory against Fulham, will be eager to bounce back from their Europa League exit and reclaim top spot from Manchester City. Jurgen Klopp is expected to recall Mohamed Salah after his disappointing form since returning from injury, with Luis Diaz switching to the opposite flank and Diogo Jota leading the attack.
Anthony Gordon, the former Everton winger, has shared that his footballing hero is a Liverpool icon, despite previously stating his strong loyalty to Everton. Despite having spent 11 years with the Toffees, he reveals that Steven Gerrard inspired him during his youth. Gordon credits his excellent form and recent England call-up to his preparation and mindset, influenced by Gerrard and Mohamed Salah’s mentality.
Following Nottingham Forest’s public complaint about refereeing decisions in their loss to Everton, the FA (Football Association) has launched an investigation. Forest alleges that three potential penalty calls were missed, including two after Everton’s first goal. The club also raised concerns about the video assistant referee’s (VAR) potential conflict of interest as a Luton Town fan. The FA’s investigation includes reviewing the audio recordings of the refereeing officials during the match.
Nottingham Forest have requested the release of the audio of three VAR decisions that went against them in their defeat to Everton. The club also called for a change in how referees are selected, taking into account potential conflicts of interest.
Midweek Premier League fixtures include the Merseyside derby and a London derby between Arsenal and Chelsea. Alan Brazil from talkSPORT provides exclusive bet builder boosts for these matches. Arsenal, who recently regained the top spot, aims to extend their lead against Chelsea. Cole Palmer, with 20 season goals, poses a threat, while both teams contribute to corner opportunities. Liverpool’s high-scoring matches and Mohamed Salah’s goal-scoring prowess make over 2.5 goals and Salah’s shots on target likely in the Merseyside derby against Everton. James Tarkowski’s history of yellow cards adds another betting angle.
Following their controversial defeat against Everton on Sunday, Nottingham Forest have formally asked the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) to release the audio recordings from the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system.
Forest had three penalty appeals rejected by on-field referee Anthony Taylor, which were backed up by VAR official Stuart Attwell. The relegation-threatened club has accused Attwell, a Luton fan, of bias and has requested the audio recordings to ensure transparency and uphold the integrity of the sport.
