Everton 2-2 Liverpool: One of the most interesting Merseyside derbies at Goodison Park 

Everton and Liverpool played to a 2-2 draw in a thrilling Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park on Wednesday night.

Everton took an unexpected lead in the 11th minute. Instead of a typical free kick into the box, Branthwaite’s accurate pass found Beto, who scored to make it 1-0.

However, Everton’s lead didn’t last long. Just five minutes later, Liverpool equalized through Alexis Mac Allister. He scored with a impressive header that quieted the Everton fans.

Both teams fought hard, but they ended with a draw. The intense rivalry between Everton and Liverpool kept fans on the edge of their seats. Just before halftime, Liverpool nearly took a 2-1 lead. Jordan Pickford made an excellent save, and James Tarkowski defended heroically to keep the score level.

Dominik Szoboszlai fired a powerful low shot from outside the box. Pickford parried it right to Luis Diaz, but Tarkowski got in the way to prevent a goal. In the 67th minute, Everton thought they had scored again. Branthwaite put the ball into the net, but his goal was ruled offside by the linesman. This disappointment was tough for Everton as they sought to regain the lead.

Just six minutes later, Liverpool capitalized on Everton’s mistake. A chaotic moment in the Everton box allowed the ball to reach Mohamed Salah. Although he had been quiet throughout the match, Salah controlled the ball and finished sharply with his right foot, putting Liverpool ahead.

Everton refused to back down and fought hard in the second half. In a dramatic turn, they scored an equalizer in the 98th minute. The ball came to Tarkowski at the back post, and he struck it fiercely into the net, leveling the score.

The match ended 2-2, and Goodison Park erupted in celebration. After the final whistle, there was a chaotic scene as Arne Slot, Curtis Jones, and Abdoulaye Doucoure were all sent off.