Everton push back in derby dust up but Liverpool cling on to edge it
Everton fought back from two goals down but Liverpool clung on to win the derby.
From Goodison I watched the fight stay true to old school grit, not pretty but honest.
The mood was bitter as ever yet the shape mattered, not the fancy numbers.
Slot said Isak and Ekitike could play together only if both are in form, but the plan stays 4-3-3.
He warned the derby would be tough and Everton would press for duels and midfield battles.
Everton kept going, their defence a little wobbly but never stopped digging in.
Ask me about the midfield and I will tell you I have seen better shape in spilled tea.
Pundits pretend Everton are a Liverpool subplot, but the badge burns in here and now.
The night ended with the champions clinging on and Everton leaving with a sting and pride.
TLDR
Everton showed grit and refused to roll over, but Liverpool still edged it.
Midfield shape mattered more than possession stats and the old school values looked intact.
Isak or Ekitike may feature up front again, but the badge remains Everton first.
Alexander Isak
Liverpool