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Everton at Man Utd: Predicted Line-Up | Garner or O’Brien at right back?

Everton went into the last international break of 2025 with an encouraging home win over Fulham, with David Moyes’ decision to move James Garner to right back giving the side a lot more balance. However, when questioned after the game, the manager did indicate that in more defensive-minded games he would go with Jake O’Brien […]

17 days ago | 0 reads

Newcastle United 1-3 Everton Women: Subway League Cup Match Report

Yuka Momiki’s sublime free kick and a quickfire double from Katja Snoeijs and Toni Payne gave Everton Women victory away at Newcastle but it was not enough to prevent the Toffees exiting the competition at the group stage. The hosts did pull one back through Beth Lumsden with 11 minutes remaining but it was merely […]

17 days ago | 0 reads

Monday’s Everton News: Man Utd matchday preview, Castro and Robinson rumours

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Everton will be without Merlin Rohl following a recent minor operation for a hernia problem. [RBM] Hear more from the manager ahead of today’s match against Manchester United. [EFC] Here’s how the opposition may look. [SI] Check out some clips from training as the Blues look to get back […]

17 days ago | 1 read

Fresh injury blow for Everton after international break

Everton will have a day or two to wait more than most other Premier League teams before they resume action after the last international break of 2025, with a Monday night game at Manchester United beckoning. Speaking to the media in his pre-match press conference, manager David Moyes gave a squad fitness update and once […]

18 days ago | 0 reads

Everton Women vs Newcastle United: Subway Women’s League Cup Preview

Brian Sorensen may choose to use some fringe players or even blood some youngsters as Everton Women head to Gateshead International Stadium in their third Group A match of the Subway Women’s League Cup. With one defeat to Manchester City and a shootout victory over Nottingham Forest, the chances of qualification for the Blues is […]

19 days ago | 0 reads

Evertonians hope winters of discontent are finally behind them

Hell hath no fury like an Evertonian scorned, as we saw two years ago around this week when it was announced that the Toffees had been deducted 10 points for a breach of Premier League financial rules. It is still difficult to comprehend the justification for the biggest punishment in English top-flight history, even though, […]

21 days ago | 0 reads

Thursday’s Everton News: More McTominay links, Deulofeu interview, Moyes on KDH

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Seamus Coleman remains the beating heart for both club and country. [The Athletic] Tony Hibbert has been full of praise for Everton midfielder James Garner – and says his versatitlity and work rate are a great asset for the Club. Former Toffees full-back Hibbert has twice appeared on Dockside Live – […]

21 days ago | 0 reads

Wednesday’s Everton News: Man Utd preview, Aznou latest, Dibling frustration

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Read up on some of the Manchester United team news ahead of Monday’s clash. [MEN] The lads look ready! Bobby Grant, National League side Marine’s manager, has heaped high praise on Everton loanee Odin Samuels-Smith. [Echo via Off the Park] A nice appearance for Idrissa Gana Gueye! Adam Aznou […]

22 days ago | 1 read

Tuesday’s Everton News: Ndiaye honour, Iroegbunam and McTominay transfer rumours, £107 million cash inflow

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Idrissa Gana Gueye has backed Everton and Senegal teammate Iliman Ndiaye to become the next African Ballon d’Or winner. [Everton FC] Everton are planning to explore different options for offloading midfielder Tim Iroegbunam in the January transfer window. [Football Insider] How Jack Grealish has helped Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall go ‘under-the-radar’ […]

23 days ago | 1 read

West Ham United 3-1 Everton Women: WSL Match Report

Everton Women fell to yet another defeat following a trip to West Ham United, who lifted themselves off the bottom of the WSL at the expense of Liverpool with a win at Chigwell Construction Stadium. Rehanne Skinner’s side weathered an early storm from their visitors, before scoring twice in quick succession with goals from Anouk […]

24 days ago | 0 reads

Monday’s Everton News: Republic of Ireland heroics, Garner latest, Toney update

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Seamus Coleman and Jake O’Brien both started for the Republic of Ireland in their heroic 3-2 win over Hungary over the weekend which sent them into the World Cup qualifying play-offs. [EFC] It seems like almost every Premier League side has interest in James Garner. [Football Insider] Meanwhile, Al-Ahli […]

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Everton Women vs West Ham United: WSL Match Preview

Brian Sorensen has acknowledged that Everton Women are not where they want to be in the WSL but insists that his side are working hard and results will come. Games against Aston Villa and WSL leaders Manchester City have seen an upturn in performances, but have yielded just a solitary point from a possible six, […]

26 days ago | 0 reads

Friday’s Everton News: Garner rumours, Moyes talks Barry, international break updates

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Everton stars impress in international action. [EFC] Check out the trailer for a Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall feature releasing today. Take a look at some photos of the Blues in training as the international break moves along. [EFC] David Moyes joined talkSPORT to talk everything Everton and his hopes for a […]

27 days ago | 2 reads

Thursday’s Everton News: Zirkzee confirms contact, Allan linked, Grealish award

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Joshua Zirkzee has already confirmed Everton contract offer amid Blues transfer interest. [Liverpool Echo] Michael Keane says he feels full of confidence during his strong spell of form for Everton – and believes he’s “bringing a lot to the team” in both boxes. [Everton FC] Everton Stadium will host […]

28 days ago | 2 reads

Everton Stadium to host five Euro 2028 fixtures

The home of Everton Football Club is to host five matches at UEFA EURO 2028 UK & Ireland – four group stage matches and one Round of 16 clash.  The match schedule for the tournament was revealed on Wednesday evening, alongside the official tournament, host city and host venue logos as the countdown to the […]

29 days ago | 0 reads

Both Everton youth teams score handsome victories

The Everton Under 18s game against Blackburn Rovers on Saturday lunchtime confirmed the rich promise that we are beginning to see at youth level. Malik Olayiwola (main picture), an England Under 17 international at just 16 years of age is typical but he is not alone. We had to wait until the 39th minute to […]

30 days ago | 1 read

Everton Women 1-2 Manchester City: WSL Report and Reaction

Brian Sorensen felt ‘gutted’ for his Everton Women side after a battling performance at Goodison Park against the now league-leaders Manchester City ultimately counted for nothing. Kelly Gago made it four goals in her last three games with a clever finish that brought the Toffees level after Vivianne Miedema had given the visitors the lead […]

30 days ago | 1 read

Tuesday’s Everton News: Moyes on Garner, Gueye on staying, Dju update

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours David Moyes says James Garner’s impressive recent performances will help him get closer to a potential first call-up for England. [Everton FC] Crypto sponsor mooted for Everton amid latest on £40m shirt deal. [Everton News] David Moyes made the right Everton change – but transfer priority is still obvious […]

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Monday’s Everton News: Moyes & Keane react, Barry thanks fans, Jackson latest

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Everton defeat Fulham 2-0. Here’s how it happened. [EFC] Watch the highlights below. And some behind-the-scenes clips. Hear from manager David Moyes following the crucial three points. [EFC] Goalscorer and striker extraordinaire Michael Keane reflects on the win. [EFC] Despite the result, rumours still swirl surrounding Moyes’ future at […]

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Everton Women vs Manchester City: WSL Match Preview

Brian Sorensen has urged his Everton Women side to be sharper and more focused against Manchester City but insists the Blues do not fear the Citizens, despite them being more ‘dynamic’ this season, according to the Toffees’ head coach. The Dane has also spoken about the changes at the back, something he will have to […]

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Everton 2-0 Fulham: Final | Gana and Keane get the win

Live Blog Fulltime Thoughts – A deserved win for Everton who were the better side in every way to get the three points against Fulham. The offside flag was the enemy today, but the Blues defended stoutly too. Onward and upward, COYB! 90+6’ – Traore runs into Ndiaye, and gets a foul in the middle. […]

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