Liverpool 2-0 Everton: 5 Talking Points as the Reds keep the title race alive | Premier League 2021-22
Liverpool beat Everton 2-0 in the Merseyside derby at Anfield in the Premier League on Sunday, 24 April. Goals from Andrew Robertson and Divock Origi sealed the three points for the hosts.
The Reds had to dig deep to grind out a victory as the visitors made their task a bit more difficult than expected. The Toffees, who are fighting for their survival, wanted to take something away from Anfield but Jurgen Klopp's troops remained resilient.
Robertson opened the scoring in the 62nd minute of the game. The 28-year-old headed in a perfect cross from Mohamed Salah to open the scoring.
Origi came off the bench to score the second goal of the game. Luis Diaz tried to hit a bicycle goal off a cross from Jordan Henderson but he miscued his attempt. The ball fell to the Belgian, who slotted one in to put the game to bed and seal all three points for Liverpool.
A BIG WIN ✊🔴 https://t.co/uT1kpdzBJE
On that note, here's a look at the five biggest talking points from the game:
#5 Thiago shines yet again
Thiago Alcantara had a great game against Everton as he orchestrated play for his side. The Spaniard was a major force in the center of the park and dominated Everton throughout the 90 minutes.
Thiago completed more passes (120) than the entire Everton team managed throughout the game. Moreover, he did so with an accuracy of 98%. Apart from that, he won eight duels, made two recoveries, won two tackles, completed one dribble and created one chance throughout the game.
Passes completed in Liverpool's 2-0 win over Everton:
◉ 120 - Thiago
◎ 94 - Everton
The Spaniard finished the game with a 98% pass completion rate. 👏 https://t.co/5gcCsCtjDo
#4 Everton test Liverpool's patience
Liverpool, despite having the majority of the possession in the first half, were unable to breach Everton's back-line. The Toffees stood their ground and defied them with everything they had. Frank Lampard's side were happy to sit back and absorb all the pressure and break out on the counters.
Patience was key 🔓
The Reds knew they had to suffer and came out with a fresh mindset in the second half. Once they broke through close to the hour mark, the result was never in doubt. Jurgen Klopp's men managed to get the win based on sheer determination and persistence.