Liverpool vs Everton player ratings: Robertson 8, Origi 8; Gordon 7, Doucoure 4

Manchester City's Premier League lead down to a single point after Reds' Merseyside derby victory

LIVERPOOL RATINGS: Alisson Becker 6 - The Brazilian had little to do but had one nervy moment when he punched the ball into a crowd of players. He earned cheers near the end when he mocked Pickford’s time wasting. Getty

Tony Evans

Apr 25, 2022

Liverpool kept the pressure on Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table and pushed Everton towards relegation with a 2-0 win in the Merseyside derby on Sunday.

The Toffees' day got off a terrible start even before a ball was kicked at Anfield as Burnley's 1-0 win over Wolves dumped Everton into the relegation zone.

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Liverpool keep pressure on Manchester City after derby win over Everton

Second-half goals from Andy Robertson and Divock Origi ensured they remained there despite a spirited display in a feisty encounter.

A 12th consecutive home league win for Liverpool cuts City's lead at the top of the table back to one point with five games remaining.

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Updated: April 25, 2022, 2:42 AM