Everton claimed a crucial 2-0 victory over Liverpool in the Merseyside derby, potentially jeopardizing the Reds’ Premier League title hopes. Jarrad Branthwaite opened the scoring for the Toffees in the 27th minute, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin doubled their lead in the 58th minute. Despite Liverpool’s possession dominance, Everton held on for a deserved victory, boosting their survival hopes and leaving Liverpool three points behind league leaders Arsenal.