Thu Feb 13 06:34:07 UTC 2025: ## Everton’s Tarkowski Scores Last-Gasp Equalizer in Wild Merseyside Derby

**Liverpool, England** – Everton snatched a dramatic 2-2 draw against Liverpool in a fiery Merseyside derby at Goodison Park on Wednesday, a match marked by four goals, four red cards, and a last-minute equalizer that will be forever etched in the stadium’s history.

James Tarkowski’s stunning strike in the eighth minute of stoppage time secured the point for Everton, sparking wild celebrations in the venerable stadium, set for demolition at the end of the season. The goal, described as “amazing” by Tarkowski himself, will be remembered as one of Goodison Park’s greatest moments.

Everton took the lead through Beto in the 11th minute, before Alexis Mac Allister equalized for Liverpool in the 16th. Mohamed Salah put Liverpool ahead in the 73rd with his 22nd league goal of the season. However, Tarkowski’s late intervention, confirmed after a VAR review, denied Liverpool a victory that would have extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to nine points. The win leaves Liverpool seven points ahead of Arsenal.

The match descended into chaos after the final whistle, with a post-match melee erupting between Everton’s Abdoulaye Doucoure and Liverpool’s Curtis Jones. Both players received second yellow cards, while Liverpool manager Arne Slot and his assistant were sent off, with Slot possibly dismissed for his aggressive handshake with the referee.

The intense atmosphere, described as “boiling hot” by Everton manager David Moyes, was palpable throughout the game. Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk commented on the post-match incident, suggesting Doucoure had provoked Liverpool’s fans. Slot was unable to give a post-match interview due to his dismissal.

The 120th and final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park concluded with a 41-41-41 record between the two teams across all competitions at the ground since their first encounter in 1894. The match was a rearranged fixture, originally scheduled for December 7th, but postponed due to inclement weather.

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