An Everton steward was struck in the face with a pyrotechnic flare ahead of the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park on Wednesday. Video footage circulating on social media showed the still-burning flare striking the employee under his left eye, leaving a blue mark.

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Goodison Park witnessed a breathtaking Merseyside derby as Everton and Liverpool played out a dramatic 2-2 draw, with Guinean striker The post Beto Shines as Everton Hold Liverpool in Thrilling Merseyside Derby first appeared on Africa Top Sports.