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Van Dijk wins Merseyside derby

Van Dijk wins Merseyside derby

In a historic and emotionally charged Merseyside derby, Liverpool emerged victorious thanks to a last-gasp winner from Virgil van Dijk.

Mohamed Salah had given the visitors an early lead before Beto equalized for Everton, setting the stage for a frantic finish in the 10th minute of stoppage time.

The match was the first derby held at Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium, which was filled to its 53,000 capacity.

The result leaves Liverpool seven points clear of their nearest rivals in the race for the final Champions League spot.

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Liverpool F.C.
Association football club in Liverpool, England
Everton F.C.
Association football club in Liverpool, England
Virgil van Dijk
Dutch association football player (born 1991)
Hill Dickinson Stadium
Football stadium in Liverpool, England, UK
Mohamed Salah
Egyptian association football player (born 1992)