Everton remained unbeaten for nine consecutive matches under new coach David Moyes. They now suffered a defeat against their city rivals. After a 2-2 draw in the first leg, the Toffees put up a good fight at Anfield but lost 0-1. With a 14-point lead over the relegation zone and a maximum of 24 points still to be won, the standings remain comfortable. Everton will finish the season somewhere in the bottom half of the table, already ten points behind tenth place. Everton have conceded one or two goals in eight consecutive competitive matches. Overall, they have conceded that many goals in ten of twelve matches under the Scottish coach. Arsenal have scored one or two goals in their last four matches. Recently, they picked up two wins against their hometown opponents, a 1-0 victory against Chelsea and a 2-1 win against Fulham after the international break. Bukayo Saka returns in the attack. However, the England international only came off the bench in the last game. Whether he'll start on Saturday remains to be seen. With Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus, Arsenal are currently short on options, especially in the center. Mikel Merino, has recently taken over the center-forward role and scored against both of their city opponents.