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Everton vs Liverpool

Everton vs Liverpool is the Merseyside derby, a football match between Everton and Liverpool, the two main professional clubs in Liverpool, England.

Updated September 12, 20261 min readCited sources

Everton vs Liverpool is the Merseyside derby, the longest-running top-flight rivalry in English football. The two clubs, based in Liverpool, have met continuously since the 1962–63 season.

What it is

The Merseyside derby is a local rivalry between Everton and Liverpool, the two main professional football clubs in Liverpool, England. It is the longest-running top-flight derby in English football, with the first official match played on 13 October 1894.

Why it matters

The derby has been played continuously since 1962–63 and is considered one of the sport’s most significant local rivalries. Recent matches include Liverpool’s 2–1 victory over Everton on 19 April 2026 at Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton’s new ground.

Key details

The first official match (13 Oct 1894) ended Everton 3–0. The latest listed meeting was Liverpool 2–1 on 19 Apr 2026. The next meeting is scheduled for 28 Nov 2026. Broadcast coverage varies; the 19 Apr 2026 match was available on Sky Sports in the UK, NBC in the U.S., and Fubo Sports on DAZN in Canada.

In short

  • Merseyside derby: Everton vs Liverpool.
  • Longest-running top-flight derby in England.
  • First official match in 1894; continuous since 1962–63.
  • Latest win: Liverpool 2–1 on 19 Apr 2026.
Canadian angle

Canadian coverage sources in the results noted that viewers in Canada could watch via Fubo Sports on DAZN for the 19 April 2026 match.[3]

Quick questions

When is the next Everton vs Liverpool match?
The next meeting listed in the source is 28 November 2026.
Who won the last Merseyside derby?
Liverpool won the latest listed match, beating Everton 2–1 on 19 April 2026.
What is the nature of the rivalry?
It is a city rivalry between Everton and Liverpool, the two major professional clubs in Liverpool, commonly called the Merseyside derby.

Sources

  1. ESPNhttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/48510949/everton-vs-liverpool-premier-league-tv-channel-kick-live-stream-referee-injury-team-news
    Supports: Kickoff time, venue, reverse fixture result, and broadcast information for the 19 April 2026 match.
  2. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merseyside_derby
    Supports: Rivalry definition, first official match date, continuity since 1962–63, and latest/next meeting listings.
  3. DAZN Canadahttps://www.dazn.com/en-CA/news/soccer/everton-vs-liverpool-prediction-date-venue-how-to-watch-premier-league/mh4ff2lezc751lje9ojaje7c7
    Supports: Canadian viewing information and match date, time, and venue.
  4. ESPNhttps://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/740925/liverpool-everton
    Supports: Latest listed scoreline and match date for Liverpool vs Everton on 19 April 2026.
  5. Sky Sportshttps://www.skysports.com/football/news/11671/13532464/watch-everton-vs-liverpool-tv-channel-live-stream-now-tv-and-score-prediction
    Supports: UK broadcast details, match date, venue, and mention of the previous meeting this season.