Chaotic scenes at Liverpool vs Everton as fans invade the pitch

Everton and Liverpool played out a dramatic 2-2 draw in the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park, with James Tarkowski’s 98th-minute equaliser capping a night of high tension and controversy.

Tarkowski’s equaliser was followed by mayhem, as the Everton fans jumped onto the pitch to celebrate the goal which capped off the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

In a match befitting the historic venue, Tarkowski’s goal was awarded after a lengthy video assistant referee review, setting off celebrations in the stands and tempers on the pitch.

Moments later, Abdoulaye Doucoure’s taunt toward the away supporters provoked a confrontation with Curtis Jones, triggering a brawl that saw both players sent off.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot and assistant Sipke Hulshoff followed, dismissed for protesting to referee Michael Oliver.

“It was mayhem all game,” Everton manager David Moyes said. “A bit of a throwback. The place was boiling hot all night. It was an incredible atmosphere.”

The night was steeped in nostalgia as Everton supporters gathered at Goodison Park’s historic landmarks hours before kick-off.

The air-raid siren tradition blared one final time before Z-Cars signalled the start of the match, setting the stage for an emotionally charged contest.

Beto’s early goal gave Everton the lead, but Liverpool responded through Alex Mac Allister and Mohamed Salah.

With the Reds on the verge of victory, Tarkowski’s late finish ensured the last Goodison derby ended with the rivals level at 41 wins apiece over 120 encounters.

The result keeps Liverpool seven points clear at the top of the Premier League, though Arsenal will take encouragement from the setback.

“The main thing for us is to focus on ourselves,” Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said. “Every game will be tough until the end of the season, then we will see at the end of the road if it is enough.”

For Everton, the night was about more than just the result—it was a farewell to a stadium that has defined their history.

While the club prepares to move to its new home at Bramley-Moore Dock, the echoes of Goodison Park’s passion will linger long after the final whistle.