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Liverpool face Merseyside derby cauldron, Chelsea defy expectations

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah controls the ball during their Premier League match against Newcastle United at St. James's Park on Wednesday. [AFP]

Premier League leaders Liverpool will expect more magic from Mohamed Salah when they meet Everton in an emotional Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

Chelsea face Tottenham having emerged as unexpected title contenders, while West Ham boss Julen Lopetegui and Wolves manager Gary O'Neil battle to avoid the sack.

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