Late Mane winner sinks Everton

Sadio Mane netted a 94th-minute winner as Liverpool claimed a dramatic late 1-0 win at Everton on Mersey Monday.

The Senegalese forward was on hand to turn the ball home from close range after substitute Daniel Sturridge’s shot from the edge of the area had hit the post.

Liverpool dominated large chunks of the clash at Goodison Park, but opportunities were limited until the late show by Jurgen Klopp’s side.

There was also some controversy as Ross Barkley lunged in on Jordan Henderson with his studs showing in the second half, but only picked up a yellow card.

The result means that Liverpool move back up to second in the Premier League table, six points behind leaders Chelsea. Everton, meanwhile, stay ninth.

It was a typical blood-and-thunder start to the Merseyside derby but, despite plenty of energy and attacking endeavour, chances were few and far between in the first half.

A good move from Liverpool saw Divock Origi flash an effort wide after 37 minutes, while Ramiro Funes Mori found himself unmarked at a …

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