Liverpool facing nightmare fixture pile-up after ‘new date set’ for Merseyside derby clash with Everton

Liverpool is facing a challenging fixture congestion after a new date was reportedly set for the postponed Merseyside derby against Everton.

The match, originally scheduled for last Saturday, was delayed due to Storm Darragh. Both clubs are said to be in discussions with authorities, the Premier League, and broadcasters to finalize the rearranged date.

According to Premier League rules, postponed matches must be played within the next available midweek slot. As a result, the Merseyside derby could be rescheduled for Tuesday, February 11.

However, this date has not yet been officially confirmed. If it holds, it will add to Liverpool’s already packed schedule, with matches in the Champions League, Carabao Cup, FA Cup, and Premier League.

This proposed date falls between the FA Cup fourth round weekend (February 8/9) and a Premier League match against Wolves on February 16.

Liverpool would need to progress through the FA Cup’s third round for this to become a potential issue, meaning the club could face up to five matches in just 15 days.

Additionally, the Champions League knockout stage first legs are scheduled for February 11-12, though Liverpool, having won all six of their group stage matches, is likely to avoid this overlap.

Here’s how Liverpool’s fixture list could look:

  • February 1 – Bournemouth vs Liverpool (Premier League)
  • February 5 – Possible Carabao Cup semi-final second leg (TBC)
  • February 8 – Possible FA Cup fourth round tie (TBC)
  • February 11 – Everton vs Liverpool (Premier League)
  • February 16 – Liverpool vs Wolves (Premier League)

While many Premier League managers and players have expressed concerns over fixture congestion this season, Arne Slot, Liverpool’s manager, has remained upbeat.

Back in September, he downplayed the issue, saying: “It is what it is. If we’re lucky to be at big clubs like I am, we also have a lot of good players.”

He emphasized that while players may need more mental than physical rest, the challenge was harder for those involved in international duty. Slot himself remains fully energized, spending his downtime playing padel.

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