On a local level the 233rd Merseyside derby brought solace for Liverpool as their unbeaten run against Everton extended to a record 17 matches and closer to the nine-year anniversary of their last defeat. But Liverpool are not competing on a local level this season, not with the prize of the Premier League title on the horizon. By those rarefied standards this was a worrying visit to Goodison Park for Jürgen Klopp and company.
Liverpool slipped a point behind Manchester City in their quest for the title as they were held to a forgettable goalless draw by Marco Silva’s team. Klopp beat the Liver bird on his chest in front of the away supporters after the final whistle, as is customary from the Liverpool manager following an encouraging result, but there was no disputing who departed Goodison the happier. Everton’s arduous wait for the scalp of their local rivals goes on, yet the potential damage inflicted on Liverpool’s domestic aspirations, with this their fourth draw in six league games, offered ample compensation.
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