Tarkowski Strikes Late to Secure Dramatic Derby Draw for Everton

In an electrifying and final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park, Everton’s captain James Tarkowski delivered a last-ditch equalizer deep into stoppage time, clinching a 2-2 draw against Liverpool in the Premier League.

This match allowed Liverpool to further consolidate their leadership position at the top of the league, widening their gap to seven points ahead of the second-placed Arsenal. Meanwhile, Everton moved to 15th in the standings, placing themselves 10 points above the relegation zone.

The draw was a fitting conclusion to 131 years of Goodison derbies, each side now having 41 victories and 38 matches ending in draws. The tension seemed to have reached its peak when Tarkowski unleashed a spectacular shot into the top corner in the 98th minute. Celebrations erupted as fans flooded the pitch. A thorough VAR check confirmed the goal stood, having been onside, making the moment all the more memorable.