Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has called on his side to maintain his unbeaten record in the Merseyside derby when the Reds head to Everton on Sunday.

The 42-year-old has not yet lost in his six derbies as Reds boss, but has yet to savour victory across Stanley Park, having overseen 2-2, 3-3 and 0-0 draws.

Speaking after his side's 1-1 draw against Sion, Rodgers told reporters: "We go into the game against Everton and we will focus on our performance. The players will look forward to it. I haven't lost a derby yet and they are always good games.

"We are a point behind Everton - I know the media and written press will build the game up but we will stay calm. I am immensely enjoying the job, it is a great challenge and it is a rebuilding job again."

Liverpool sit ninth in the Premier League table, four places behind their city rivals.