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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool FCLIVEUpdated just nowLiverpool travels to Everton in the Premier League today as the Reds aim to take a huge step toward Champions League qualification afterLIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - APRIL 19: General view inside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Everton and Liverpool at Hill Dickinson Stadium on April 19, 2026 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images)(Image: 2026 Getty Images)Liverpool faces Everton in an away Merseyside derby for the first time since the Toffees moved into their new stadium last year.The final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park last season was a dramatic one, as the Reds conceded a late injury time equalizer and four people were shown red cards after the final whistle – including Arne Slot.Liverpool was going for the title last season, while Everton was battling at the other end of the table, but on this occasion, both clubs are vying for the same target: Champions League qualification.A victory for Liverpool would see Arne Slot's men give themselves a seven-point cushion in fifth place, but a win for Everton would see the gap between the two local rivals narrow to just two points.Follow updates from the game in our blog below...Today12:09 BSTWelcomeHello and welcome to our gameday blog!