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April 19, 2026
‘Big, big compliment’: Arne Slot hails Liverpool’s mentality in win at Everton
Liverpool win derby in 100th minute after difficult run
TL;DR
- Virgil van Dijk scored in the 100th minute to give Liverpool a derby win against Everton.
- The victory extended Liverpool's gap to sixth-placed Chelsea in the Champions League qualification race.
- Arne Slot praised his team's mentality and character, highlighting their commitment despite playing with key absences.
- Everton's manager, David Moyes, argued his team should have been awarded a penalty for a foul by Curtis Jones.
- The win came after Liverpool's Champions League exit and FA Cup collapse.