Soccer-Leaders Liverpool host improved Everton in Merseyside derby

Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Liverpool v Atletico Madrid - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - September 17, 2025 Liverpool fans Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers

MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) -The Merseyside derby returns this weekend with Premier League leaders Liverpool hosting a stronger-looking Everton in what promises to be a fiery clash at Anfield.

Arne Slot's Liverpool side are riding high after a scintillating 3-2 Champions League win over Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, sealed by Virgil van Dijk's stoppage-time header.