Today will mark the end of a historic stadium in the Premier League.

Everton are set to face off against Southampton in their last ever game at Goodison Park today.

A process known as ‘the crossing of the park’ has defined football in Liverpool for decades, as a short walk across Stanley Park will see you go from Anfield to Goodison Park, with the two stadiums situated so closely together.

Next season, Everton will begin a new chapter at a different stadium, as a brand-new venue sits waiting for them on Bramley-Moore Dock.

Liverpool pay classy tribute to Everton ahead of Goodison Park finale - 'stood with each other'	Liverpool pay classy tribute to Everton for Goodison Park finale - 'Stood with each other'	Liverpool sends classy message to Everton ahead of final Goodison Park game

The new stadium will increase the number of fans that can attend Everton’s game, going from 39,572 in Goodison Park to 52,888 in the new stadium.

A day that is set to be an emotional one for everyone connected to Everton, and some Liverpool fans may even feel a tinge of disappointment that a tradition so rich in history is coming to an end.

The last Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park was a fitting send-off, as a pulsating game finished in a 2-2 draw with James Tarkowksi grabbing two points off Liverpool right at the death, sparking wild full-time celebrations.

Liverpool have paid Everton a classy tribute ahead of their final game at Goodison, posting on Instagram with the caption:

“An historic stadium, a place where we have fought against one another and stood with each other.

Highs, lows and so many memories.”

“The end of an era at Goodison Park and the beginning of a new one.”

A rivalry born from the same city, but one that is also rooted in respect for one another, something that is rare to find in football.

The love for the city binds each set of fans together, making a truly special connection between the clubs.

Everton will be looking to put on a show today to say goodbye to the ground in the best way possible, as rock-bottom Southampton visit Goodison Park this afternoon.

Premier League champions Liverpool head to Brighton & Hove Albion on Monday and will receive yet another guard of honour ahead of the game.

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