Regardless of whether it is a title decider or not, a derby clash is always a big thing for fans of the two teams involved. The Merseyside Derby, contested at least twice each season between Liverpool and Everton is certainly no exception.
Although neither side are anywhere near the top of the Premier League table - let alone a Champions League spot - both will be playing for pride as they clash at Anfield on Wednesday evening. And both Jurgen Klopp and Roberto Martinez will be feeling very different sets of emotions as they square off for the first time in tomorrow evening's match.
Liverpool
If you are a Liverpool fan, then what an excellent past ten days it has been! First was a resounding 4-1 win over Stoke City to build up the team's confidence ahead of their crunch tie against Klopp's former side Borussia Dortmund in a mouth-watering quarter-finals tie. Then was an epic clash with die Schwarzgelben that had fans and neutrals alike on the edges of their seats. And having sealed their spot in the semi-finals, the Reds followed that up with another hard fought win, this time against Bournemouth.
This means that Liverpool have yet to lose a match since the start of this month, and they will be certainly loath to do so against long-time rivals Everton. Wednesday's hosts have not lost against their visitors since October 17, 2010, and last suffered defeat at Anfield on September 27, 1999.
Klopp made some wholesale changes for the team's match against Bournemouth this past Sunday, and they will be looking to win back-to-back home games for the first time all season. Despite sitting in eighth place, Liverpool do have a game in hand and have not given up their pursuit of European football. However, they are still very much in the Europa League - with a tough semi-finals tie against Villarreal coming up next - and given that they have gotten this far, the Reds will certainly be throwing all their efforts into making it to this season's final.
In terms of personnel, Christian Benteke, Jordan Henderson, Martin Skrtel, and Emre Can will all miss out due to injury. Despite struggling with some back problems, Divock Origi will likely feature in the starting XI for this match.
Everton
Meanwhile, if Klopp is a highly celebrated manager at Anfield these days, the same cannot be said for Martinez at Goodison Park. Despite booking their spot in the FA Cup semi-finals, Everton have been on a very poor run of form as of late. The Toffees have not won a Premier League fixture since March 1st and have picked up just three points from their past five games.
Unfortunately for the visitors, they have a bad track record playing Liverpool at Anfield. As noted before, they have not won there since September 1999. Since then, they have drawn nine and lost seven. Still, a draw is possible - as six out of their past seven Premier League meetings have finished as a stalemate. This includes the one-all draw from earlier this season.
Both Seamus Coleman and Phil Jagielka will miss this fixture as a result of injury, whilst Leighton Baines, Aaron Lennon, and Tom Cleverley will have to pass a late fitness test to determine his availability. However, Everton have been boosted by the returns of James McCarthy, Ross Barkley, and especially Romelu Lukaku for this clash. The big Belgian in particular has developed a knack for scoring against Liverpool, and has netted five goals in his last seven appearances versus the Reds.
Despite their trials and tribulations, Everton do have a decent away record, with just two defeats out of their 16 matches away from home. Still, the overwhelming majority have been draws, which have cost them vital points and prevented them from achieving a higher spot in the table this season.
Which channel is broadcasting Liverpool vs Everton on TV or Online?
Despite this being a midweek fixture, Anfield will be a very interesting atmosphere. After all, it's hosting the 275th Merseyside Derby between two old, storied rivals - Liverpool and Everton. However, if you're one of those fans who is on the other side of the pond and can't make it in person, no problem. LiveSoccerTV.com has compiled choices for you to stay on top of all the action via computer, TV, mobile, or tablet.
Here are some options for fans residing elsewhere in the UK and in the following countries:
- In the USA at 15.00 EST on: NBCSN, SiriusXM FC, NBC Sports Live Extra, Westwood One Sports, NBC UNIVERSO, NBC Deportes En Vivo Extra
- In the UK at 20.00 BST on: NOW TV UK, Sky Go UK, Sky Sports 1/HD UK, SKY GO Extra, LFCTV GO
- In Canada at 15.00 ET on: TSN1, TSN5, RDS 2
Live elsewhere? Check out our special Liverpool vs Everton broadcast page for viewing times and options for your current location.
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