Everton vs Liverpool Match Preview: April 2026
Match Context
Everton host Liverpool at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool on 19 April 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 33. The fixture has not started yet, with Everton currently 8th on 47 points and Liverpool 5th on 52 points.
Everton Availability
Everton face this derby with at least one confirmed absentee. J. Grealish (Foot Injury) is sidelined, removing a key creative outlet who has contributed 2 goals and 6 assists. His absence is a major blow given his strong rating and influence in the final third. C. Alcaraz (Injury) is doubtful, leaving Sean Dyche to monitor his fitness close to kickoff.
Liverpool Availability
Liverpool’s list of absentees is extensive and could reshape their lineup. Alisson (Muscle Injury) is sidelined, forcing a change in goal. In midfield and attack, W. Endo (Foot Injury) is sidelined and H. Ekitike (Achilles Tendon Injury) is sidelined; losing Ekitike, with 11 goals and 4 assists, is a major blow to their attacking threat. In defense, C. Bradley (Knee Injury) is sidelined, J. Gomez (Injury) is sidelined, and G. Leoni (Knee Injury) is sidelined. S. Bajcetic (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined, further reducing depth.
Impact Summary
Everton lose significant creativity through Grealish, but their main assist provider J. Garner remains available. Liverpool, however, are deprived of a major share of their attacking output through Ekitike’s absence, while also suffering key defensive and goalkeeping losses that could tilt the balance of this derby.
