Paul Merson: Liverpool had two hands on title but Everton's equaliser gives Arsenal chance

13 February 2025, 10:25 | Updated: 15 February 2025, 07:44

Paul Merson says Liverpool had the Premier League title in two hands until James Tarkowski's incredible 98th-minute equaliser salvaged Everton a dramatic 2-2 draw in the last Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

Mohamed Salah had looked to have stolen the show when giving Liverpool the lead late in the game, completing a turnaround started when Alexis Mac Allister cancelled out Beto's early goal. But Tarkowski's rocket sparked celebrations from the home fans at Goodison Park and Arsenal fans as their side battle Arne Slot's side in the title race.

Speaking to Sky Sports News, Merson believes the Gunners now have a chance of reeling Liverpool in and going on to win the title after the dramatic scenes on Wednesday evening.

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