The rivalry stems from Liverpool 's formation and the dispute with Everton officials and the then owners of Anfield .
Liverpool 's longest - established rivalry is with fellow Liverpool team Everton , against whom they contest the Merseyside derby .
The rivalry stems from Liverpool 's formation and the dispute with team officials and the then owners of Anfield .
Liverpool 's longest - established rivalry is with fellow Liverpool team Everton , against whom they contest the Merseyside derby .