Everton vs Liverpool Predicted Lineups: Potential XI for both teams

The Merseyside derby is already a big game, but considering the position that both Liverpool and Everton find themselves in respectively at this point in the Premier League season, it’ll be even bigger this Wednesday night.

The Reds head to Goodison Park for the last time under Jurgen Klopp, and getting three points is the only acceptable result if they are to keep the pressure on Arsenal and Man City in the title race.

It won’t be simple, as Everton under Sean Dyche are fighting to secure their survival in the league with just 30 points and the potential of a third points deduction looming.

So, here are our predicted lineups for this massive game that could decide the season for both sides.

Everton vs Liverpool Predicted Lineups

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Klopp has some big decisions to make in attack, with Diogo Jota a must-start given he got himself back on the scoresheet against Fulham. Luis Diaz is likely to take residence back on the left flank, while Salah should be offered the chance to continue his fantastic record against the Toffees.

Liverpool Predicted XI

The Reds have two games to consider this week when looking at potentially rotating the squad, with a 12:30 kickoff (of course it is) against West Ham on Saturday (April 27th).

Here is how we see the XI:

• Goalkeeper and Defence: We think Alisson will guard the net, flanked by Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson as full-backs, with Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk central.
• Midfield: We’re expecting the midfield trio to be Harvey Elliott starting alongside Wataru Endo and Alexis Mac Allister.
• Attack: In attack, Diogo Jota, who got his name on the scoresheet against Fulham, will likely lead the line with Mohamed Salah and Luis Diaz on the wings.

Liverpool predicted XI vs Everton (4-3-3): Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Elliott, Endo, Mac Allister; Salah, Jota, Diaz.

Everton Predicted XI

As you’d expect from a Sean Dyche side, Everton will likely be coming into the game extremely cautious, trying to nick something on the break.

The Toffees will likely be without Dominic Calvert-Lewin, so we’re expecting Demarai Gray to be tasked with leading the line, supported by Anthony Gordon and Alex Iwobi on the flanks.

Beyond that, Lewis Dobbin is unavailable and Seamus Coleman is a major doubt, whilst Beto won’t be featuring at all after suffering a head injury against Nottingham Forest at the weekend.

Everton predicted XI vs Liverpool: Pickford, Coleman, Mina, Keane, Digne, Allan, Doucouré, Gomes, Gordon, Gray, Iwobi.

Everton vs Liverpool Predicted Lineups: FAQs

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• What time does the match kick-off? The match kicks off at 20:00 BST on Wednesday, 24 April 2024.
• Where can I watch the Everton vs Liverpool match? Fans in the UK and Ireland can watch the match on Sky Sports. North American viewers can tune into Peacock in the US and fuboTV in Canada.
• Who is the onfield referee and VAR for the derby? Andy Madley will be the referee, with David Coote in the VAR room.
• What is Liverpool’s recent form against Everton? Liverpool has dominated recent fixtures, losing only one of their last 29 derbies against Everton.
• Are there any major injuries affecting either team? Liverpool will be without Joel Matip and Thiago Alcantara for the season, while Everton have concerns over Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Seamus Coleman, among others.

For all of the analysis of Everton vs Liverpool as it happens live, you can check out the Preview and Live Update page for the game over on FootballCritic.