Liverpool against Everton may be known as the friendly derby, but the name could not be much further from the reality.
In the history of the Premier League there has not been a more tempestuous fixture, with the highest number of red cards to boot.
The match-up between the Mersey's two biggest sides has brought forth 21 red cards over the 48 games played, a staggering five more than any other fixture in the English top flight since 1992.
THE NUMBER OF RED CARDS PER PREMIER LEAGUE FIXTURE
| Team 1 | Team 2 | Red Cards | Games Played |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everton | Liverpool | 21 | 48 |
| Liverpool | Manchester United | 16 | 49 |
| Everton | Newcastle United | 15 | 44 |
| Liverpool | Newcastle United | 14 | 44 |
| Chelsea | Everton | 13 | 49 |
| Aston Villa | Newcastle United | 13 | 44 |
Recent encounters have been marred by moments of violence and ill-discipline.