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**Premier League Releases Audio of Michael Oliver’s Conversation with Pickford Before Everton’s Late Equalizer**
The Premier League has made public an audio recording of referee Michael Oliver’s exchange with Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford just moments before James Tarkowski’s dramatic equalizer against Liverpool. Following the release of this recording, reports suggest that the league is now contemplating the possibility of rescheduling the match.
### **Pickford Confirms Additional Injury Time Preceding Tarkowski’s Goal**
Everton’s shot-stopper, Jordan Pickford, has confirmed that Michael Oliver extended stoppage time by two and a half minutes before Tarkowski’s last-gasp goal secured a 2-2 draw at Goodison Park.
The match saw Everton take an early lead through Beto, but Liverpool responded with goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Mohamed Salah, putting them ahead. However, deep into stoppage time, Tarkowski found the back of the net, leveling the score in the 98th minute and igniting jubilant celebrations among Everton players and supporters.
Following the dramatic end to the match, Liverpool’s head coach, Arne Slot, and his assistant, Sipke Hulshoff, were both given red cards after the final whistle due to their heated objections over the timing of the equalizer.
### **Pickford Dismisses Claims of Unjustified Additional Time**
In a conversation with *TNT Sports*, Pickford refuted allegations that the extended stoppage time was unwarranted. He detailed an interaction with Oliver that took place after a collision between Jarrad Branthwaite and Carlos Alcaraz resulted in additional time being accounted for.
According to Pickford, he directly inquired about the remaining time and was informed by Oliver that the match would continue until 97 minutes and 30 seconds. Everton’s equalizing goal came at 97 minutes and 26 seconds, within the stipulated timeframe, contrary to claims that extra time had been unfairly prolonged.
### **A Crucial Result for Everton**
Pickford emphasized the importance of securing a point, particularly in a fiercely contested Merseyside derby. He acknowledged that the match was always going to be an intense battle, but Everton showed resilience and fought until the very end.
“It was a massive point for us and our supporters,” Pickford remarked. “The derby was always going to be a tough one, but we kept pushing until the last second. Based on our performance, we fully deserved the draw.”
Reflecting on the significance of the match, he also noted that avoiding a 2-1 defeat in the last Goodison Park derby was crucial for the team’s morale. With Everton set to face Liverpool again at Anfield in the near future, Pickford stressed the importance of maintaining focus and carrying this momentum forward into their upcoming fixtures.
