slot Praises Liverpool’s Mentality After Hard-Fought Derby Win against Everton
(Updated September 21, 2025) – Liverpool maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season with a 2-1 victory over fierce rivals Everton at Anfield, a result underpinned, according to manager Arne Slot, by the unwavering mentality of his players.
The Reds raced into a commanding lead thanks to first-half goals from ryan Gravenberch and Hugo Ekitike. However, Everton, under the returning David Moyes, refused to yield, pulling a goal back through Idrissa Gueye and relentlessly pressing for an equalizer in the second period.
Despite the mounting pressure and visibly tiring legs, Liverpool held firm, securing a crucial three points and continuing their notable form.
“Again, we needed mentality today, in a different fashion maybe than the few times before, but we always knew how difficult of a game this would be, especially given our limited