Don't Pop the Champagne Early

After the second half began, Everton stepped up their attack.

Koeman had clearly made adjustments during halftime.

Their formation pushed noticeably higher, with both wing-backs practically turning into wingers.

Lukaku became more active in the box, constantly playing one-twos with his teammates in an attempt to tear open Liverpool's defense.

In the fifty-fifth minute, Everton pulled one back.

Barkley received the ball in midfield, skipped past Emre Can, and threaded a through ball forward.

Lukaku beat the offside trap and collected the ball inside the box. Facing the onrushing Mignolet, he calmly rolled it into the far corner.

The ball rolled into the net, making it 2-1.

Lukaku did not celebrate after scoring. He scooped the ball out of the net, tucked it under his arm, and ran back toward the center circle.

He did not want to lose.

In the sixtieth minute, the substitution board went up by the touchline.

Number 10 off, number 19 on.

Chen Anno saw his number appear on the board and slowly made his way to the sideline, where he high-fived Mane.

The fans at Anfield all rose to their feet and applauded their number 10.

Although Chen Anno had not scored in this match, nearly every dangerous Liverpool attack had begun at his feet.

Chen Anno raised both hands in response to the fans' applause.

After Chen Anno came off, Liverpool's attacking firepower weakened somewhat, but their defense remained solid.

Van Dijk and Matip firmly controlled the box, giving Lukaku few opportunities.

In the eightieth minute, Liverpool sealed the win.

This time, it was a Liverpool counterattack.

Henderson won the ball in the backfield and immediately sent a long pass toward Firmino up front.

After bringing the ball down, the Brazilian spotted Mane charging forward at pace and slipped him a through ball.