Goodison Park witnessed an unforgettable night as Everton and Liverpool battled to a dramatic 2-2 draw in what was the final Merseyside derby at the historic ground. 

The match, originally scheduled for December 7 but postponed due to Storm Darragh that hit the United Kingdom, delivered a spectacle worthy of its significance, filled with late heroics, heated clashes, and a flurry of red cards.

Liverpool took control early, pressing high and dictating the tempo, while Everton defended resolutely, looking to hit on the counter. 

The Reds found the breakthrough through a well-crafted move, but the Toffees responded with resilience, ensuring the match remained finely balanced.

As the game entered stoppage time, Everton trailed by a goal, and it seemed Liverpool would walk away victorious. 

However, in a moment of pure determination, James Tarkowski rose highest to nod home a dramatic equalizer, sending the home crowd into rapturous celebrations.

The drama did not end there. A heated exchange between Everton’s Abdoulaye Doucouré and Liverpool’s Curtis Jones erupted after the final whistle, resulting in both players receiving straight red cards. 

Tensions further escalated when Liverpool’s head coach, Arne Slot, confronted referee Michael Oliver in frustration, earning himself a red card as well.

While the historic ground will no longer host this iconic fixture, the last-ever Goodison Park derby will be remembered for its intensity, controversy, and the thrilling last-gasp equalizer. 

As Everton bids farewell to their home of over a century, this clash served as a fittingly dramatic send-off to one of football’s fiercest rivalries.

Written by Covenant Everest