Tarkowski saves Everton with dramatic equaliser in final derby
- Everton led with an early goal but fell behind after two Liverpool goals.
- James Tarkowski's volley equalised in stoppage time, confirmed by VAR after a lengthy review.
- The match's conclusion was chaotic, featuring multiple red cards and intense crowd reactions.
The chaotic Merseyside derby took place recently at Goodison Park, marking the last competitive meeting between Everton and Liverpool at the historic stadium after 131 years. Everton's James Tarkowski scored a dramatic equaliser in the eighth minute of stoppage time, bringing the final score to 2-2. The match saw a frantic atmosphere filled with tension, culminating in wild celebrations from the home crowd following Tarkowski's volley. Liverpool had aimed for a victory that would have strengthened their position at the top of the Premier League table, but the draw allowed them to maintain a seven-point lead over their rivals. As a result of the heated exchanges, four players received red cards in a series of incidents that unfolded at the final whistle, including Everton's Abdoulaye Doucoure and Liverpool's Curtis Jones, as well as both managers involved in post-match protests. Despite the mayhem, Everton's fate in their home ground capped a memorable farewell for their supporters, creating a moment they can cherish before their move to a new stadium.