Everton player ratings vs Liverpool – Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall sensational as Dwight McNeil lets David Moyes down
Everton were left heartbroken after a late 2-1 loss against Liverpool on Sunday.
It was a thrilling contest, with several controversial decisions, with a penalty shout for Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and a disallowed goal for Iliman Ndiaye.
Mohamed Salah scored the opener, but Beto levelled proceedings in the second half, but Reds captain Virgil van Dijk had the final say in the 10th minute of stoppage time.
It means that David Moyes‘ side are now seven points behind their arch rivals, with five matches left to play until the end of the season.
Everton were unlucky to come away with nothing, but they should still believe in the push for Europe.
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Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is brilliant in Everton draw
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has arguably been Everton’s best player this season, and he proved why in the clash with the Reds.
The attacking midfielder was the heartbeat of the Blues’ play and bagged a stunning assist for the equaliser.
He created two chances, made six passes into the final third and was successful with his only cross, per Fotmob data.
| Dewsbury-Hall stats vs Liverpool | |
| Assists | 1 |
| Chances created | 2 |
| Passes into final third | 6 |
| Defensive contributions | 11 |
Defensively, he also contributed, making three tackles, eight recoveries, and winning five of 11 ground duels that he contested.
He has been sensational for the Toffees since joining in the summer, and it was no different on this occasion.
Dwight McNeil dismal as Everton share points
McNeil’s place in the starting line-up was questionable after his poor showing against Brentford last time out.
He let Moyes down with his showing against the Reds, as he took just 34 touches, with one chance created for his teammates.
He attempted three shots, with none of them on target and made an error that led to the opener for Arne Slot’s side.
The former Burnley man made four passes into the final third, but only had two touches in the opposition box.
| McNeil’s stats vs Liverpool | |
| Touches | 34 |
| Shots (on target) | 3(0) |
| Passes into final third | 4 |
| Touches in opposition box | 2 |
| Errors leading to goal | 1 |
| Accurate crosses | 1/5 (20%) |
He attempted five crosses and was accurate with just one, for a 20 per cent success rate, although he did slightly redeem himself with his defensive work.
He made one tackle, one clearance, two interceptions and four recoveries, but was rightfully replaced by Tyrique George in the 80th minute.
How Everton players rated in Liverpool draw
Jordan Pickford – 5
Jake O’Brien – 6
James Tarkowski – 5
Jarrad Branthwaite – 7 (off for Keane, 87)
Vitalii Mykolenko – 6
Idrissa Gueye – 6
James Garner – 7
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall – 8
Iliman Ndiaye – 6
Dwight McNeil – 4 (off for George, 80)
Beto – 7 (off for Barry, 73)
Substitutes:
Thierno Barry – 5
Tyrique George – 5
Michael Keane – N/A
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