Liverpool stretched their flawless Premier League run to five consecutive victories after a hard-fought 2–1 win over bitter city rivals Everton in the Merseyside derby at Anfield on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The result keeps the reigning champions six points clear at the top of the table ahead of the weekend’s remaining fixtures.
The atmosphere inside Anfield was electric long before kick-off, with both sets of supporters creating a raucous backdrop for one of English football’s oldest and fiercest rivalries. Liverpool, determined to maintain their 100 per cent record under new manager Arne Slot, wasted no time asserting their dominance.
Midway through the first half, Dutch midfielder Ryan Gravenberch broke the deadlock, hooking the ball smartly into the net after a sustained spell of pressure from the Reds. The goal lifted the home crowd, and Slot’s men continued to press for a second. Their persistence was rewarded when Hugo Ekitike calmly finished off a sweeping attacking move to double Liverpool’s advantage before the break, capping a commanding first-half performance.
Everton, however, refused to go down quietly. Sean Dyche’s side came out with renewed energy after the restart, and their efforts paid off when experienced midfielder Idrissa Gueye pulled one back midway through the second half, capitalising on a rare lapse in Liverpool’s otherwise solid defensive display.
The Toffees pushed forward in search of an equaliser, forcing Virgil van Dijk and his backline to stay alert. Goalkeeper Alisson Becker made a crucial late save to deny Everton a leveller, preserving Liverpool’s lead as tension mounted in the closing minutes.
When the final whistle blew, Anfield erupted in celebration, with the victory reaffirming Liverpool’s early-season title credentials. Manager Arne Slot praised his team’s composure and resilience after the match, describing the win as “a statement performance in a very demanding fixture.”
With five wins from five matches, Liverpool now sit six points clear of their closest challengers as they continue their pursuit of back-to-back Premier League titles. Everton, meanwhile, were left to rue missed opportunities but can take heart from a spirited second-half display as they aim to bounce back in their next outing.
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