It is the longest running top - flight derby in England , having been played continuously since the 1962 -- 63 season .
The Merseyside derby is the name given to football matches between Everton and Liverpool , two major clubs from Liverpool , Merseyside , England .
Merseyside derby is the longest running top - flight name in England , having been played continuously since the 1962 -- 63 season .
The Merseyside derby is the name given to football matches between Everton and Liverpool , two major clubs from Liverpool , Merseyside , England .