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Virgil van Dijk earns Liverpool dramatic derby win against Everton

Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Everton and Liverpool at Hill Dickinson Stadium
Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Everton and Liverpool at Hill Dickinson Stadium (Getty)
  • Virgil van Dijk scored a stoppage-time header to secure a 2-1 victory for Liverpool in the first Merseyside derby held at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
  • The win significantly boosts Liverpool's chances of qualifying for next season's Champions League, placing them seven points clear of sixth-placed Chelsea.
  • Mohamed Salah opened the scoring for Liverpool in the 29th minute, equalling Steven Gerrard's record of nine Premier League derby goals.
  • Everton's Beto equalised in the 54th minute, but Van Dijk's goal in the 10th minute of added time sealed the win for the Reds.
  • The crucial victory came after Liverpool's recent poor run of form, including a Champions League exit, easing pressure on the team.

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