Everton 2-0 Liverpool: Everton apply final blow to Liverpool title challenge'

Everton 2-0 Liverpool: Everton apply final blow to Liverpool title challenge Everton ended a cycle of icy misery by applying the final blow to Liverpool's Premier League title hopes, writes Phil McNulty. After what has been a difficult season for both teams, Everton managed to secure a 2-0 victory over their local rivals Liverpool. This defeat effectively ended Liverpool's hopes of winning the Premier League title this year. The match took place at Goodison Park, Everton's home stadium. The atmosphere was electric, with both sets of fans eager to see their team come out on top. Everton fans were especially determined to cause an upset and spoil Liverpool's title ambitions. From the start of the game, Everton showed resolve and determination. They were organized in defense and looked dangerous on the counter-attack. Liverpool, on the other hand, seemed to lack the spark that had propelled them to title glory in previous seasons. After a goalless first half, Everton came out firing in the second half. Richarlison broke the deadlock in the 51st minute with a powerful shot that left Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker with no chance. The Everton fans erupted in celebration, sensing that an upset was on the cards. Liverpool tried to respond, but they couldn't find a way past Everton's resolute defense. The home team continued to press and were rewarded with a second goal in the 83rd minute. Gylfi Sigurdsson calmly converted a penalty after Trent Alexander-Arnold