Speaking live to TNT Sports in a post match interview a frustrated Van Dijk said: "We all know this is their cup final", suggesting that the match was the biggest of Everton's season.
Speaking on the post match incident involving his teammate, Van Dijk added: "I think Doucoure wanted to provoke our fans, I think, that's what I saw.
While Van Dijk's comments may have ruffled some feathers, it was a huge game for Everton as the final Merseyside derby at their famous ground.
Everton equalised late in stoppage time to salvage a point in the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park before The Toffees move into their new stadium in the summer.
LIVERPOOL captain Virgil van Dijk belittled Everton with a cheeky dig following the Merseyside derby.
