The manager's return may have transformed their fortunes but one thing remains constant - Moyes' inability to get a result at Anfield

Everton FC correspondent Joe Thomas takes a look at David Moyes' meticulous efforts to earn the support of Blues and his gratitude at the reception he has been given

“A different David Moyes joining a different Everton.” So ran the opening pitch when the former manager made his emotional return to Goodison Park in January, with the club one point above the relegation zone having scored in only two of their preceding 10 fixtures.

Liverpool continued their march towards the Premier League title with a 1-0 victory over Everton in a scrappy Merseyside derby as Diogo Jota slotted home the winner in the second half on Wednesday.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game at Fulham (14:00 BST). Here are the key lines from his news conference: Slot confirmed Trent Alexander-Arnold and Joe Gomez "will not be back in the coming weeks" and Conor Bradley "will have to wait and see if he will be with the squad on Sunday.

Diogo Jota scored the only goal of the game as Liverpool extended their strong Merseyside derby record against Everton. The Portuguese striker ended his 10-goal goal drought to move his side 12 points clear at the top of the Premier League table.

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