The Anfield Nightmare Continues for David Moyes

David Moyes' managerial career at Anfield has been nothing short of a nightmare. With 21 matches managed, zero wins, 14 defeats, and 36 goals conceded, the Everton boss faces an uphill battle as his side prepares to take on runaway Premier League leaders Liverpool.

The Growing Gulf Between Everton and Liverpool

Moyes, 61, admitted: "We might be further away from Liverpool than we have ever been at the moment." The statistics back him up—this is the largest points gap (36) before a Merseyside derby under his tenure. His 19 Premier League games without a win at Anfield also set an unwanted record for any manager in the competition.

A History of Missed Opportunities

• First Spell at Everton (2002-2013): 12 games at Anfield, 7 draws, 5 losses.
• Manchester United (2013-2014): Lost 1-0 in his sole visit.
• Sunderland (2016-2017): A 2-0 defeat.
• West Ham (2017-2023): 7 straight losses, including a 5-1 thrashing in the 2023 Carabao Cup.

Moyes joked about building a wall to stop Mohamed Salah but acknowledged the Egyptian's brilliance: "He is having an unbelievable season... one of the top Premier League players of this generation."

Revitalized Everton Under Moyes

Since returning to Everton in January, Moyes has overseen a resurgence:

• 17 points from 10 games (5th best in the league).
• Key wins against Tottenham, Brighton, and Crystal Palace.
• A dramatic 2-2 derby draw at Goodison Park, salvaged by James Tarkowski's 98th-minute equalizer.

Yet, Liverpool’s dominance remains undeniable. The Reds have amassed 23 points in the same period, staying atop the league.

Controversy and Near-Misses

Moyes' Anfield woes include:

• A disallowed goal in a 0-0 draw (2013).
• Steven Gerrard’s hat-trick in a 3-0 loss (2012).
• A 3-1 defeat despite Gerrard’s early red card (2006).

Beyond Anfield: Other Fortresses

Moyes’ struggles extend to other venues:

• Stamford Bridge: 0 wins in 19 league games.
• Emirates Stadium: 1 win in 15 attempts.

He’s not alone—Harry Redknapp lost all 15 league games at Old Trafford, and Mark Hughes went 0-10 at the Emirates.

The Road Ahead

With Everton’s new stadium on the horizon, Moyes aims to close the gap. But first, he must conquer his Anfield demons. "Every time we go there, it presents another chance," he said. Will Wednesday be the day?