Archive Archive

Frank D’Arcy, RIP

16/06/2024

Frank D’Arcy, a member of Everton’s 1969-70 title-winning side, has passed away at the age of 77.

Euros 2024 — Day 3

16/06/2024

Games in Groups C and D: Sunday 16 June 2024   14:00 Poland v Netherlands — BBC 1 17:00 Slovenia v Denmark — ITV 1 20:00 Serbia v England — BBC 1    

Everton under Friedkin

15/06/2024

It seems to me that, this summer, any Friedkin-led ownership will simply carry on with what has always looked likely – sales of Branthwaite and Onana and reinvestment of no more than about 50% of the sales proceeds back into the squad.

Kevin Campbell dies after a short illness

15/06/2024

Everton and Arsenal have confirmed the shock news that an icon of both clubs, Kevin Campbell, has died after being hospitalised last month because of illness.

Euros 2024 — Day 2

15/06/2024

Games today from Groups A and B: Saturday 15 June 2024   14:00 Hungary v Switzerland — ITV 1 17:00 Spain v Croatia — ITV 1 20:00 Italy v Albania — BBC 1

Friedkin Group emerge as favourites to buy Everton

14/06/2024

Sky News, The Athletic and The Telegraph are reporting that the group fronted by AS Roma owner Dan Friedkin has agreed a deal in principle with Farhad Moshiri in negotiations to sell his majority stake in Everton FC.

Euros 2024 — Day 1

14/06/2024

The Euros kick off in Germany with the host nation taking on Scotland: Friday 14 June 2024   20:00 Germany v Scotland — ITV 1 and BBC Radio 5Live

Who Will Replace Everton’s Betting Sponsor?

13/06/2024

English Premier League (EPL) football is a multi-billion dollar industry, and Everton alone contributes a massive £600 million (as of May 2023). With such a deep-rooted legacy in the sport as one of the founding members, the club has evolved and seen many greats come and go since 1878. Since its inception, football has become […]

The absurdity of a potential bid for Everton by A-CAP

13/06/2024

On Wednesday 12 June 2024 several newspapers and other media outlets have run a story claiming that Farhad Moshiri considers a US Insurer A-CAP, run by Kenneth King to be a serious bidder for Everton Football Club. The absurdity of such a claim by Moshiri is beyond belief. After more than nine wasted months of […]

Everton boosting global reach through eGaming exploits

12/06/2024

Everton are increasingly using the eGaming industry to build brand awareness and develop stronger connections with new international audiences. The club has been keen to capitalise on the global gaming boom – a point evidenced by their sponsorship link-up with a firm which operates in the same sector as casino5gringos.com. Everton’s foray into eGaming dates […]

Jack Harrison: Yes or No?

10/06/2024

It looks as though the club is keen to retain Jack Harrison’s services after his loan 2023-24 season.

Who are the players in the dance to own Everton?

10/06/2024

Five different entities appear to be in the running when it comes to the future ownership of the Blues. A look at who they are, how much they're worth, and what their plans might be.

Jordan Pickford: Can he join elite club with Ray Wilson?

09/06/2024

England manager Gareth Southgate has confirmed that Jordan Pickford is in the squad that is favourite to win the 2024 European Championships.  Jordan Pickford has been included in @England's finalised squad for #EURO2024 – congratulations, JP! ??????? pic.twitter.com/lN6Cuwu75i — Everton (@Everton) June 6, 2024 So can Pickford become the first Everton player since Ray Wilson […]

Yorkshire Connection Could Spark an Everton Revival

09/06/2024

The great county of Yorkshire could provide Everton with some useful boosts for the 2024/25 Premier League season and beyond. Famed for its historical links to the Bronte sisters, whose iconic literacy legacy is lovingly detailed at https://www.haworth-village.org.uk/, Yorkshire also has strong ties with the Merseyside club. Several members of the current Everton squad hail […]

No Pickford as England lose last pre-Euro warm-up

07/06/2024

Gareth Southgate put Aaron Ramsdale in goal for England in their final warm-up game before the Euros in Germany. And Ramsdale was beaten after just 12 minutes as Iceland took the lead.  A typically turgid England performance ensued, with Iceland celebrating a rare win at Wembley.  Meanwhile, Vitalii Mykolenko tasted action for the first time […]

Fifa’s plan to push ahead with expanded Club World Cup

06/06/2024

Seems Fifa have a cunning plan to make their expanded 32-team Club World Cup work within the already overcrowded football calendar… Reduce all major leagues – including the Premier League – to just 18 teams, thus freeing up a few more slots, and reducing our domestic season from 38 to 34 games.  

Toffees Duo Set to Be Players for Their Countries at Euro 2024

04/06/2024

The European Championship takes centre stage this summer, so there will not be much rest for the Everton players involved in the major tournament in Germany. Toffees manager Sean Dyche will be keeping a close eye on them and hoping they can come back injury-free for pre-season training in late June.  Here is a look […]

Man City sue Premier League over Associated Party Transaction rules

04/06/2024

Manchester City have launched legal action against the Premier League in a dispute over the league’s Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules, which they claim are unlawful. The rules, which were introduced in December 2021, are designed to prevent clubs from inflating commercial deals with companies that are linked to their owners.  Man City claim that […]