The decisive moment arrived as the match approached the 11th and final minute of added time. From a corner kick on the left wing, Dominik Szoboszlai lofted the ball into the center of the penalty area. Despite being closely marked and even having his shirt pulled by center-back James Tarkowski, Van Dijk managed to leap and head the ball past goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, sealing the 2-1 win.

Virgil van Dijk headed the ball to score in the 10th minute of added time during Liverpool's 2-1 victory over Everton in round 33 of the Premier League at Hill Dickinson Stadium, Bramley-Moore Dock, Vauxhall, Liverpool, England on 19/4. Photo: Liverpool FC

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This marks the sixth time Liverpool has scored a winning goal in the 90th minute or later against Everton in the Premier League, which is the best record a club has against a single opponent in the league's history. They also became the first team to win matches at 60 different stadiums in the Premier League, demonstrating their consistency and resilience when playing away from home.

Van Dijk's goal also carried historical significance, as it helped Liverpool win the first Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium. This has been Everton's new home ground since the 2025-2026 season, replacing Goodison Park.

Crucially, the 2-1 victory solidified Liverpool's fifth position with 55 points. This standing is sufficient to secure a Champions League spot for next season, putting them seven points clear of Chelsea with seven rounds remaining in the season.

Hong Duy