Everton similar to Stoke: Gerrard

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard emerged from another controversial Merseyside derby dismissing Everton as “similar to Stoke”.

The midfielder claimed Brendan Rodgers’ side were the only ones who played football in the 2-2 draw at Goodison Park and praised his team-mates – which included three teenagers and five derby debutants – for standing up to their near-neighbours.