Liverpool Beats Everton in Merseyside Derby; Haaland Out for Seven Weeks
Key Takeaways
- Liverpool defeated Everton 1-0 with a goal from Diogo Jota in the 57th minute.
- Erling Haaland is out for 5-7 weeks with an ankle injury sustained on 2025-04-01.
- Manchester City defeated Leicester 2-0, with Jack Grealish scoring his first goal since December 2023.
- Newcastle defeated Brentford 2-1, with Sandro Tonali scoring the winning goal.
- Chelsea faces Tottenham in a London derby on 2025-04-03; Kulusevski and Danso are out.
Derby Day Action
Liverpool edges Everton 1-0 in Merseyside derby
Team Updates
Haaland injured, out for up to seven weeks
Latest Scores
Manchester City defeats Leicester 2-0; Grealish scores
On 2025-04-02, Manchester City defeated Leicester City 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium, with goals from Jack Grealish (his first Premier League goal since December 2023, dedicated to his late brother) and Omar Marmoush. Pep Guardiola watched from the stands due to a ban, and Man City fans boycotted the start of the game due to ticket issues.
Newcastle edges Brentford 2-1; Tonali scores stunner
On 2025-04-02, Newcastle defeated Brentford 2-1 at St James' Park, with Sandro Tonali scoring the winning goal and Alexander Isak also finding the net for his 20th Premier League goal of the season. Bryan Mbeumo scored a penalty for Brentford, his 16th goal of the season, and Newcastle moved to fifth place.
Aston Villa dominates Brighton 3-0 amid VAR controversy
Southampton and Crystal Palace draw 1-1
Managerial Moves
Postecoglou addresses potential Tottenham dismissal rumors
According to a report published on 2025-04-02, Ange Postecoglou acknowledged the existence of "outstanding candidates" should Tottenham decide to dismiss him, stating that speculation about his future doesn't bother him. Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is reportedly a top candidate to replace Postecoglou, and former Spurs boss Pochettino has also been linked with a return.