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Leaders Liverpool held at Everton in goalless derby

Premier League - Everton v Liverpool - Goodison Park, Liverpool, Britain - June 21, 2020. Liverpool's Jordan Henderson and manager Juergen Klopp after the match, as play resumes behind closed doors following the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). [Peter Powell/Pool via REUTERS]

Liverpool may have to wait a little longer for their Premier League title celebrations after they were held to a 0-0 draw at Everton in the behind closed doors Merseyside derby on Sunday.

Juergen Klopp’s Liverpool side went into the game, their first competitive match in 103 days, knowing a victory would allow them to secure their first league title in 30 years on Wednesday with a win at home to Crystal Palace.

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