Jamie Carragher says Liverpool's Premier League title hopes are over after their defeat at Everton - a result that prompted Jurgen Klopp to apologise to supporters.
Liverpool slumped to a 2-0 defeat at Goodison Park on Wednesday night - their first loss at Everton in the Premier League since 2010 - and now find themselves three points behind leaders Arsenal with four matches to play.
However, if Manchester City win their two games in hand, the champions would move five points clear of Klopp's side - prompting Carragher to call time on their chances of winning a second Premier League title.
Speaking on Sky Sports, he said: "It's Everton's night. You have to give it to them. You have to accept that as a Liverpool fan.
"This is the end of the title run for Liverpool. It almost feels like the end. They just have to make sure they finish the season strongly.
"They had enough chances in the game but at the moment they are not clinical enough in both boxes.
"I don't think you can get too angry with the team or Jurgen Klopp. It's been a great ride and a great journey. But tonight is Everton's night and you have to take it on the chin."
Klopp accepted Liverpool's performance was "not good enough" and bemoaned the way his side played into Everton's hands, conceding both goals from set-pieces.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Klopp - who was coaching his last Merseyside derby before standing down at the end of the season - said: "I'm very disappointed.
"We let it happen to become the game Everton wanted. Two goals from set-pieces. They are really strong.
"But we created a lot and didn't score. Then in the second half we were emotional and in a rush, not really clear enough.
"Then we concede a second goal with a routine they do the whole season - we
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