By Guest 
In a twist that has left football fans across the globe in disbelief, Everton Football Club, the perennial rivals of Liverpool, have inadvertently become the unsung heroes in the Reds’ march to their 20th Premier League title in the 2024/2025 season.
This bizarre turn of events has sparked celebrations, memes, and heated debates across Merseyside, as the bitter rivalry takes an unexpected detour into camaraderie.
Everton Hands Liverpool the Premier League Crown
The drama unfolded over a pivotal week in the Premier League race. Liverpool, already leading second-place Arsenal by 12 points with eight games to go, secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Everton in the Merseyside derby on April 2 at Anfield, thanks to a 57th-minute strike by Diogo Jota.
This win not only marked Liverpool’s 100th victory over their rivals in all competitions but also restored their commanding lead at the top of the table, as reported by the Premier League’s official website.
However, the real shock came just days later on April 5, when Everton faced Arsenal at Goodison Park. In a hard-fought match, the Toffees managed a 1-1 draw against the Gunners, a result that effectively handed Liverpool a significant advantage in the title race.
Arsenal’s dropped points meant Liverpool’s lead remained insurmountable, putting them just four wins away from clinching the championship, according to ESPN’s analysis of the title race timeline.
Social media erupted with reactions, none more viral than a post by Everton fan Lea (@Lea_EFC) on X, who shared an image of Hyacinth Bucket from the sitcom Keeping Up Appearances, dressed in a fur coat and holding a drink, with the caption: “When you realise Everton have helped Liverpool win the title twice in one week.”
The post, which garnered thousands of likes and retweets, perfectly captured the surreal irony of the situation—Everton’s loss to Liverpool and their draw against Arsenal had both directly contributed to the Reds’ title charge.
Liverpool fans couldn’t resist joining in on the fun. @TheImmortalKop tweeted, “Everton Football Club we will not forget your services to our 20th league title,” while @ESPNUK noted that Liverpool could potentially win the title at Anfield against Spurs, followed by guard of honors from both Chelsea and Arsenal—a scenario that would only deepen the irony for Everton supporters.
Despite the lighthearted banter, the Merseyside derby remains one of the fiercest rivalries in football, with a history stretching back to 1894.
As documented by Wikipedia, the two clubs, whose stadiums are less than a mile apart across Stanley Park, have a storied past filled with dramatic encounters, including all-Merseyside FA Cup finals in 1986 and 1989. Yet, this season’s events have added a new chapter to the saga—one where Everton, battling to stay mid-table at 15th, have unwittingly played kingmaker for their neighbors.
Everton fans, however, are taking the situation in stride. Replies to Lea’s post ranged from playful jabs to calls for a pint to drown their sorrows, with @killashaw10 suggesting, “Let’s have a beer and discuss deactivation stories .” Meanwhile, Liverpool supporters like @SamueILFC are already counting down the points needed to secure the title, tweeting, “11 POINTS REQUIRED FOR THE TITLE.”
As the Premier League season heads into its final stretch, all eyes will be on Liverpool to see if they can seal the championship as early as April 20, as projected by ESPN. For Everton, the focus will shift to their upcoming challenging fixtures against Nottingham Forest, Manchester City, and Chelsea, as they aim to salvage pride in a season that has unexpectedly made them the talk of the football world.
One thing is certain: this Merseyside tale of rivalry and reluctant alliance will be remembered for years to come. Will Liverpool lift the trophy at Anfield, with Everton’s unintentional assist etched into history? Stay tuned—this Premier League season is far from over, and the drama is only just beginning!