Neither side was able to score a winning goal before full-time and the match went to extra time. Despite striker Emile Heskey being sent off for a clash with Winston Bogarde, striker Robbie Fowler scored to give Liverpool a 2–1 victory.
The game ended in a tie at halftime, but extra time was needed to determine a winner.  Despite Emile Heskey's red card after a collision with Winston Bogarde, Robbie Fowler scored for Liverpool, securing a 2-1 victory.