Everton vs Liverpool Derby
Liverpool Under-21s secured a commanding 4-1 victory against Everton in the Merseyside derby, with Keyrol Figueroa delivering a standout performance by scoring a hat-trick. The match, held at the Academy on Sunday, was marked by intense moments, including a missed penalty and two red cards.
Paul Tait said: “The young Blues faced a challenging situation after George Finney’s dismissal in the first half, which was compounded by my own dismissal at the break.”
The match began with Liverpool taking an early lead through Figueroa, only for Everton’s Francis Gomez to equalize shortly after. However, the game took a decisive turn when George Finney received a red card for a high tackle, leaving Everton with ten men. This dismissal allowed Liverpool to capitalize on their numerical advantage. Calvin Ramsay restored Liverpool’s lead, and although Kaide Gordon missed a penalty, Figueroa extended the lead before halftime and completed his hat-trick in the closing stages of the match.
Liverpool’s dominance was evident throughout the second half, with several attempts hitting the woodwork. Michael Laffey and Gordon both came close to extending the lead further, but it was Figueroa who sealed the victory with his third goal. The young striker’s impressive form has seen him score five goals in his last five Premier League 2 matches, stepping up in the absence of injured teammates Jayden Danns and Will Wright.
The victory raises questions about whether any of Liverpool’s young talents might earn a spot in Arne Slot’s first team for their upcoming League Cup match against Crystal Palace. The performance against Everton showcased the depth and potential of Liverpool’s youth squad, with Figueroa’s hat-trick being a highlight of the match.
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