Tension is reaching breaking point ahead of today’s Premier League showdown as Everton’s loan star Jack Grealish has delivered a fiery pre-match threat aimed directly at Liverpool—just hours before kick-off at Anfield.
Speaking with confidence and defiance, Grealish laughed off suggestions that Everton should fear their rivals:
“Are we scared? (laughs) Liverpool should be the one scared. Remember, I’ve faced them many times with Manchester City. Guess what—I called my boss Pep Guardiola, and he told us Liverpool’s weakness. Once we stop Salah and Gravenberch, Liverpool can do NOTHING. He’s the only problem we have, but we are going to bring him down till the last minute. And one final warning—Liverpool should forget about their late-minute winning streak, because it’s ending today too.”
The comments have stunned Liverpool supporters, striking a nerve with their brutal honesty. Mohamed Salah and Ryan Gravenberch have indeed been the heartbeat of Liverpool’s success this season, scoring and creating crucial late goals. Grealish’s remarks, seemingly backed by Guardiola’s tactical advice, suggest Everton are arriving with a precise plan to dismantle the champions.
Fans reacted immediately on social media:
- “We’re doomed already—they know our weakness.”
- “If Grealish can deliver those mad assists, then Salah’s magic won’t be enough.”
- “Pep giving them advice? This is war.”
With emotions already high, Grealish’s words have poured fuel on the fire. The pressure is now squarely on Arne Slot and his Liverpool side to respond not with talk, but with performance.
The battle lines are drawn. The derby isn’t just about bragging rights anymore—it’s about proving whether Everton can execute Guardiola’s blueprint, or whether Liverpool’s late-game resilience will once again silence the doubters.
