Everton vs Liverpool has been postponed after weather warnings caused by Storm Darragh, but when could the Merseyside derby be replayed?
The Merseyside derby – the last to be played at Goodison Park – was called off on Saturday morning as rain and strong winds hit the UK, with the area under an amber weather alert.
And as things stand, the Saturday Night Football game between Man Utd and Nottingham Forest is going ahead. Man Utd said they will continue to consult with authorities ahead of the 5.30pm kick off live on Sky Sports.
Merseyside Police have advised against any non-essential travel in the region on Saturday, with an amber weather warning in place.
A statement from Everton read: “We apologise for the inconvenience caused and thank supporters for their understanding. Whilst we appreciate this will be deeply disappointing for supporters, the safety of fans, staff and players is of paramount importance.
“All tickets purchased for the original fixture will remain valid for the rearranged fixture.”
Liverpool’s statement added: “We appreciate this will be deeply disappointing for supporters, but the safety of fans, staff and players is of paramount importance.”
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Sky Sports News’ Ben Ransom explains why the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions
When could the Merseyside derby be rearranged?
The new date for Everton vs Liverpool will likely rely on whether Arne Slot’s side finish in the top eight of the Champions League. They currently top of the new 36-club table.
This would guarantee them a place in the round of 16, meaning they will bypass the knockout rounds set to be played on February 11/12 and February 18/19, 2025.
It would mean that the game could be played in the midweek slots before Liverpool return to European competition, with the round of 16 beginning on March 4/5 and March 11/12, 2025.
If the Reds do not finish in the top eight, it narrows the dates further, as does their progression into the latter stages of the Champions League.
Another potential option could also be the week commencing April 21, which would be sandwiched between the Champions League quarter-final second leg and semi-final first leg.
Liverpool’s potential fixture list
December
10 – Girona (A), Champions League
14 – Fulham (H), Premier League
18 – Southampton (A), Carabao Cup, live on Sky Sports
22 – Tottenham (A), Premier League, live on Sky Sports
26 – Leicester (H), Premier League
29 – West Ham (A), Premier League, live on Sky Sports
January
5 – Man Utd (H), Premier League, live on Sky Sports
11 – Accrington Stanley (H), FA Cup third round
14 – Nottingham Forest (A), Premier League
18 – Brentford (A), Premier League
21 – Lille (H), Champions League
25 – Ipswich (H), Premier League
29 – PSV Eindhoven (A), Champions League
February
1 – Bournemouth (A), Premier League
11/12 – Possible rearrangement/Champions League knockout round play-off first leg
15 – Wolves (H), Premier League
18/19 – Possible rearrangement/Champions League knockout round play-off first leg
22 – Man City (A), Premier League
26 – Newcastle (H), Premier League
March
4/5 – Champions League last 16 first leg
8 – Southampton (H), Premier League
11/12 – Champions League last 16 second leg
15 – Aston Villa (A), Premier League
April
2 – Everton (H), Premier League
5 – Fulham (A), Premier League
8/9 – Champions League quarter-final first leg
12 – West Ham (H), Premier League
15/16 – Champions League quarter-final second leg
19 – Leicester (A), Premier League
22/23 – Possible rearrangement
26 – Tottenham (H), Premier League
29/30 – Champions League semi-final first leg
May
3 – Chelsea (A), Premier League
6/7 – Champions League semi-final second leg
10 – Arsenal (H), Premier League
18 – Brighton (A), Premier League
25 – Crystal Palace (H), Premier League
31 – Champions League final
