Arne Slot will be forced into at least one change from the PSG loss after Liverpool suffer major injury blow

Liverpool predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Mamardashvili; Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Wirtz; Gakpo

Injured: Ekitike, Gomez, Alisson, Endo, Bradley, Leoni

Time and date: 2pm GMT today, Sunday, April 19, 2026

Venue: Hill Dickinson Stadium

How to watch: Sky Sports

Mohamed Salah is expected to start for Liverpool against Everton today in what be will be his final ever appearance in a Merseyside derby.

Salah has already announced that he will be leaving the club at the end of the season, with his farewell tour in the Premier League beginning in last week’s 2-0 win over Fulham.

The 33-year-old netted at Anfield but was back on the bench for the Champions League quarter-final second leg defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday night.

However, Salah was called into action sooner than expected as he replaced Hugo Ekitike after the Frenchman was stretchered off just after the half hour mark with a serious injury.

It has been confirmed that Ekitike will miss the remainder of the season with a ruptured Achilles tendon injury, thus forcing Arne Slot into at least one change from the PSG game.

Salah is likely to reclaim his place on the right-hand side of the trio behind the main striker, while Cody Gakpo could be tasked with leading the line as Alexander Isak is unlikely to start back-to-back games in the space of five days.

“It’s nice to have Alex back, although we also know that he is not ready to play 90 minutes yet,” Slot told reporters in the pre-match press conference on Friday.

Alexander Isak’s minutes are being managed following a return to fitness

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Elsewhere, Joe Gomez has been ruled out which means Jeremie Frimpong should start at right-back despite coming off at half-time against PSG.

Alisson Becker will miss a sixth game in a row through injury, thus handing Giorgi Mamardashvili a first taste of a Merseyside derby.

Curtis Jones, sent-off in the last-ever Merseyside derby at Goodison Park last season, is an option in midfield should Slot opt to play Wirtz as a false nine.

Everton vs. Liverpool: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The first ever Merseyside derby at the Hill Dickinson Stadium takes place this weekend.

Liverpool edged September’s Merseyside derby. |

The Hill Dickinson Stadium hosts its first ever Merseyside derby on Sunday afternoon, where Liverpool seeks to do the double over Everton with victory in unfamiliar territory.

Liverpool enjoyed their hard-fought 2–1 win over Everton back in September, but their campaign has been all downhill since then. Tuesday’s Champions League quarterfinal exit to Paris Saint-Germain was the latest devastating blow for the under-fire Arne Slot, who will be keen for a timely response this weekend.

The Reds are currently perched in fifth place and on course to qualify for next season’s Champions League, and victory against their neighbors would strengthen their continental bid. However, they will be fearing the worst after four defeats from the last five in all competitions.

Everton still harbor European qualification hopes of their own and are only five points behind Liverpool heading into the weekend’s game. Having won three of their last five games, the Toffees will be eying a rare victory over their Merseyside foes.

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Everton vs. Liverpool Score Prediction

More Misery Incoming for Liverpool

Liverpool are in dismal form.

Liverpool have seldom enjoyed big matches this season and they approach Sunday’s game with little self-belief. After being convincingly conquered by PSG midweek and thrashed at Manchester City in the FA Cup two weekends ago, there’s little cause for optimism.

Injuries and fatigue will only raise the difficulty of Liverpool’s upcoming assignment, key personnel missing in defense and attack to make Slot’s unenviable task even harder.

By contrast, Everton are relatively injury-free and brimming with confidence following an impressive recent run. Their 3–0 thrashing of Chelsea on home soil before the international break is the blueprint for success this weekend.

Liverpool’s away day issues: The Reds have lost more games than they have won on their travels in the Premier League this term, defeated seven times away from Anfield. They have only been victorious during one of their past eight away days at Everton, too, although they are yet to play at the Hill Dickinson, of course.

Attacking woes: Liverpool have faced justifiable scrutiny for their dismal defensive performances throughout the campaign, but their recent attacking record is similarly concerning. Another blank midweek means they have now scored just three times in their previous five matches.

Form favors Everton: Unfortunately for Liverpool, they are facing one of the league’s in-form sides. Having picked up 10 points across their last five games and lost just four games this calendar year—half as many as Liverpool—Everton will fancy their chances of clinching a famous result.

Prediction: Everton 2–1 Liverpool

Everton Predicted Lineup vs. Liverpool



Everton could name an unchanged XI. | FotMob

David Moyes boasts an almost entirely fit squad for the derby, only Manchester City loanee Jack Grealish missing as he recovers from a foot fracture. Charly Alcaraz has been absent since February but should return in some capacity this weekend.

Moyes is unlikely to make any changes from the team that drew at Brentford last time out, with Everton well-rested after playing just once since the international break—Liverpool have had four games in that time.

Everton predicted lineup vs. Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; Ndiaye, Dewsbury-Hall, McNeil; Beto.

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs. Everton



Liverpool are struggling with injuries. | FotMob

Hugo Ekitiké is the latest entrant into the treatment room for the Reds and his stay will be long-term. The Frenchman ruptured his Achilles tendon against PSG midweek and is expected to be absent for somewhere between six and 12 months.

Joe Gomez suffered a less severe injury setback against PSG, ruling the regularly sidelined defender out against Everton with a muscle strain. First-choice stopper Alisson is still out, too, meaning Giorgi Mamardashvili will face his first Merseyside derby.

Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni and Wataru Endō are all missing with long-term issues, while several midweek starters could be rested on Sunday to ensure Liverpool are fresh for a physical battle.

Liverpool predicted lineup vs. Everton (4-2-3-1): Mamardashvili; Frimpong, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Jones; Salah, Szoboszlai, Ngumoha; Isak.

What Time Does Everton vs. Liverpool Kick Off?

Location: Liverpool, England

Stadium: Hill Dickinson Stadium

Date: Sunday, April 19

Kick-off Time: 2 p.m. BST / 9 a.m. ET / 6 a.m. PT

Referee: Chris Kavanagh

VAR: Paul Howard

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Arsenal face the biggest match of their season on Sunday afternoon.

Mikel Arteta has a decision to make up top. |

Arsenal’s Premier League campaign could hinge on the outcome of a possible title decider with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium this Sunday.

One of the most mouthwatering fixtures in recent Premier League history, the shootout in Manchester will have an enormous impact on the destination of the title. Victory would send Arsenal nine points clear at the summit, but defeat would see City move within three while boasting a game in hand.

Mikel Arteta must name the perfect starting lineup to combat the in-form hosts, with key decisions coming across the team following a string of injuries over recent weeks.

Bukayo Saka Missing for Critical Clash

Bukayo Saka will be absent once more.

The terrible news for Arsenal is they will be without Bukayo Saka on Sunday since the Englishman still battling an Achilles injury. The Gunners have missed his bravery, energy and ingenuity during a recent slump in front of goal.

There are some doubts over his deputy Noni Madueke after he was withdrawn with a knock during Arsenal’s midweek draw with Sporting CP in the Champions League, but Arteta is hopeful of his availability at the Etihad.

Jurriën Timber, Martin Ødegaard and Riccardo Calafiori have all missed recent matches, but at least some of the trio could feature this weekend, as per Arteta. There will be no place for Mikel Merino, however, as he continues his recovery from foot surgery.

⚠️ Key absentees, doubts: Mikel Merino, Jurriën Timber, Riccardo Calafiori, Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, Noni Madueke.

🔢 Predicted formation: 4-2-3-1

Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Man City (4-2-3-1)

Arsenal have injury issues across the pitch. | FotMob

GK: David Raya—Raya has been renowned for his spectacular saves this season and several might be required to keep an increasingly venomous City attack at bay.

RB: Cristhian Mosquera—Timber’s injury and Ben White’s iffy recent performances mean Mosquera should be chosen for the unenviable assignment of handling Jérémy Doku.

CB: William Saliba—If Arsenal can keep a clean sheet on Sunday, they will place one hand on the title. Saliba is essential to denying Erling Haaland and Co. at the Etihad.

CB: Gabriel—Gabriel will renew his personal rivalry with Haaland, a tussle that could swing in either direction. The Brazilian will also pose a sizable threat from set plays at the other end of the field.

LB: Piero Hincapié—Hincapié had trouble keeping Antoine Semenyo under wraps during the Carabao Cup final defeat, but should have learned some tricks for stifling the Ghanaian.

CM: Martín Zubimendi—After criticism of his recent performances, Zubimendi delivered a much-improved, Player of the Match display in the goalless draw with Sporting. A greater test comes against Rayan Cherki, Bernardo Silva and compatriot Rodri this weekend.

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CM: Declan Rice—Rice shrugged off an injury concern to help Arsenal into the Champions League semifinals midweek. Another all-action display from the Englishman is required on Sunday.

RW: Noni Madueke—If Madueke is remotely fit, he appears certain to start at the Etihad. Max Dowman is the only other viable alternative and Arteta will be reluctant to use the teenager from the start despite his precocious talent.

AM: Eberechi Eze—Eze has delivered some enormous moments for Crystal Palace and Arsenal during his career. Arteta will be desperate for another decisive performance from his summer recruit.

LW: Gabriel Martinelli—Martinelli and Leandro Trossard have both struggled to inspire confidence in recent weeks, but the Brazilian’s speed will be a crucial weapon on the counter attack this weekend.

ST: Kai Havertz—Viktor Gyökeres floundered again midweek and his worrying ball retention skills open the door for Havertz’s promotion to No.9. The German’s technical class can help ease the pressure against City.