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The summer transfer window is officially open, but things are moving a little too quietly for comfort at Finch Farm. Should Evertonians be hitting the panic button already, or is it simply a case of trusting the process? EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee In this episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, host Ian Croll is joined by Connor O'Neil and Connor Williams to unpack a frustratingly quiet start to the summer. The team delivers a balanced, clear-eyed discussion on whether the current lack of transfer activity and slow momentum is a cause for genuine concern, or if the club is just playing a calculated long game in a difficult market.Are you worried about the lack of transfer movement, or do you have faith that the right deals will get done before the window slams shut? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Don't forget to LIKE this video, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Royal Blue! Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to the Royal Blue podcast! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  In today's episode, Ian Croll is joined by the Liverpool Echo's Everton reporters Chris Beesley and Joe Thomas to dissect the major talking points surrounding the Blues as the Premier League fixtures drop and pre-season preparations loom. The main item on today's agenda is manager David Moyes' controversial interview on talkSPORT. Speaking on Jim White's show, Moyes caused an immediate stir among the fan base when asked about Everton's aims and ambitions for the upcoming campaign. Moyes remarked:“I don't know if a club like Everton now we can make big, huge strides but we see how well the likes of Bournemouth and Brentford are doing, so there's no reason why we all shouldn't have those ambitions to try and at least match those clubs and how they go about it. But I would have to say that at Everton we are trying to be back up at the top end of the teams that we can. For long periods of last season we were, we just didn't quite have enough in the last four or five weeks of the season.” Unsurprisingly, these comments have not gone down well with many Evertonians. The panel debates whether Moyes is merely injecting a dose of harsh realism regarding the club's current recruitment model, or if he is guilty of deliberately managing expectations downwards.  Furthermore, we address the frustration of fans who feel that comparing a historic giant like Everton to historically smaller clubs like Bournemouth and Brentford shows a glaring lack of elite ambition. Don't forget to LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to the Royal Blue YouTube channel for daily Everton FC news, analysis, and match reaction. #Everton #EFC #DavidMoyes #RoyalBlue #PremierLeague #Toffees #Bournemouth #Brentford Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to the Royal Blue YouTube channel! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee In today's episode, Ian Croll and Chris Beesley react to a massive day of news for Everton Football Club. The official 2026/27 Premier League fixtures have finally dropped, and the lads are here to break down the schedule. We look at the opening weekend, the dreaded festive period, the Merseyside derby dates, and the crucial run-in at the end of the season. How does the calendar shape up for the Blues? But that's not all—the summer transfer window is officially kicking into gear. Reports are circulating that Bundesliga side RB Leipzig have made contact with Everton and enquired about forward Thierno Barry. We discuss what this interest means, whether the club should consider selling, and how much a potential deal would need to look like to tempt Everton into business.

What happens when a professional club creates a pathway that combines elite soccer development with education?In this episode, Ian sits down with John Keagan from Everton FC to discuss the club's Football College Program, how players transition from academy environments, and why education remains a critical piece of long-term player success. John shares how Everton has built opportunities for players to pursue professional football, university degrees, careers in sport, and scholarships around the world.The conversation also dives into the differences between youth soccer in England and the United States, the realities of pay-to-play, the importance of community-based football culture, and why parents should focus on helping their children enjoy the game rather than chasing professional contracts.Whether you're a player, parent, coach, or club leader, this episode offers a global perspective on player development, education, and building lifelong relationships with the game.Key Talking PointsJohn Keagan's journey from professional player to coach and educator.The creation of Everton FC's Football College Program.How the English education system differs from the U.S. model.What a typical day looks like for Everton student-athletes.Success rates for players moving into university, professional soccer, or careers in sport.Scholarship opportunities available through Everton's programs.International player pathways into the UK.England vs. United States youth soccer culture.The challenges and realities of the American pay-to-play model.Why enjoyment and long-term participation should be the goal for young players.Quotes from John Keagan"We want everyone to be a success story.""It's very rare that students walk away from our program with nothing.""Everything that you would get with a professional team, we try to mimic.""Football is our national sport.""The standard of soccer in the United States is really high.""I think sometimes people are too critical of U.S. soccer.""Players will always find their level.""Everybody thinks their child is going to be the one.""People forget that it's a game to enjoy with your friends.""You still want people playing football in their forties, fifties, and beyond."Connect with John Keagan

Welcome to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  The Summer transfer window is officially OPEN, and the rumour mill is spinning at full speed. Join Ian Croll and Paul Wheelock on day one of the window as they dissect Everton's complete strategy for a massive summer ahead. With The Friedkin Group looking to back the manager, the lads dive deep into the financial realities, tactical requirements, and potential overhauls facing the squad. On the Agenda: The War Chest: What does Everton's transfer budget actually look like as the window opens? The Moyes Blueprint: What specific profile of player fits the current Everton identity and David Moyes' tactical style of play? Rumor Mill vs. Reality: We assess the players already heavily linked with a move to the Blues and rate how likely they are to end up in an Everton shirt. Fight to Retain: With clubs sniffing around our top talent, we discuss the current players linked with a potential move away—including the latest on Iliman Ndiaye and Jarrad Branthwaite. Priority Positions: Where must the club strike first? The lads break down the urgent need for reinforcement, with a specific focus on fixing the Right-Back and Left-Back situations. World Cup Fever: Plus, the tournament is here! The lads wrap up with some World Cup chat and discuss which breakout stars could capture Everton's attention on the global stage. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fallout continues from a bombshell verdict! Everton have been ordered by a Premier League Independent Disciplinary Commission to pay nearly £40 million (£26m in damages plus over £9m in interest) to Burnley following a landmark legal claim over historic Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) breaches. Join Ian Croll, Chris Beesley, and Gav Buckland as they react to a ruling that has caused absolute fury inside the club and across the wider footballing world. The Blues have already launched an immediate appeal, branding the judgment "fundamentally flawed in both law and fact"—but what does this mean for the club moving forward? EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everton have been ordered by a Premier League Independent Disciplinary Commission to pay nearly £40 million in compensation and interest to Burnley following a legal claim over Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) breaches. Host Ian Croll is joined by the Liverpool Echo's Everton FC correspondent Joe Thomas to break down a decision that the club has branded "fundamentally flawed in both law and fact." Burnley's case relies on the legal principle of 'loss of chance,' arguing that if Everton's point deduction had been applied during the 2021/22 season, the Blues would have been relegated and the Clarets would have stayed up.  The club has already launched an official appeal, warning that this sets a "dangerous and unworkable precedent for English football." Ian and Joe discuss what this massive ruling means for the club's finances, how The Friedkin Group (TFG) is responding, and why the club insists this won't trigger any future PSR sanctions. What are your thoughts on this breaking news? Drop a comment below!

Vitalii Mykolenko has officially put pen to paper on a new three-year contract extension, committing his future to the Blues until June 2029! While it secures our left-back situation ahead of a massive transfer window, the announcement has sparked a major divide among Evertonians on social media. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee In this episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland sit down to dissect this early piece of summer business and dive deep into the ultimate Mykolenko debate. Is Mykolenko given a bad rap by Everton fans? We look at his defensive attributes—ranking among the Premier League's top tacklers and interceptors—and ask if the criticism over his attacking output in the final third is justified or completely overblown. Does He Deserve More Respect? Since arriving from Dynamo Kyiv in January 2022, Mykolenko has been a durable, unchallenged regular who put his head down through grueling relegation battles. With 157 appearances under his belt, has he earned more credit than he gets? The Ceiling Debate: Is he good enough to take Everton to the next level? As the club aims to push past mid-table mediocrity and fight for European football, is the Ukrainian a reliable foundation piece, or should the club be aiming for a higher-caliber upgrade?

The summer transfer window is heating up, and Everton face a truly pivotal season ahead. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  On today's episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, Ian Croll is joined by Everton FC correspondents Joe Thomas and Everton Reporter Chris Beesley to break down the latest transfer news, concrete links, and wild rumours swirling around Hill Dickinson Stadium The trio dive deep into a handful of players touted with a move to the Blues so far this summer, debating whether they have the quality, the price tag, and—most importantly—the right fit for David Moyes' side.  On the radar today: Gabriel Jesus & Jarrod Bowen: Past their best, marquee targets or pure paper talk? Hayden Hackney & Harry Wilson: Could these creative mid-and-wide options unlock Everton's attack? Aaron Wan-Bissaka: Is the full-back the defensive reinforcement the Blues desperately need? Plus, the lads look at the broader summer strategy and answer your questions in the live chat. All that and more on the Royal Blue Transfer Show! #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to another packed edition of the Royal Blue Podcast! Host Ian Croll is joined by Tony Scott and guest Day Kennedy to unpack the biggest talking points surrounding Everton FC as we head into a pivotal summer. First up, the lads dive deep into the unfolding contract situation regarding Iliman Ndiaye. Reports indicate Everton face a summer battle to retain the forward, with improved contract offers sitting unsigned on the table for months. However, despite the media noise, the club isn't panicking just yet. The panel debates: Is this just classic agent posturing, or should Evertonians be genuinely worried about a summer exit? Moving from Ndiaye to the bigger picture, the team tackles a massive, league-wide question that is dominating modern football: Has the "selling club" tag become an absolute necessity to survive and compete? "In an era heavily dictated by financial regulations and the massive revenue gap of the 'Big Six,' do clubs like Everton have any choice but to trade their top assets just to fund a competitive squad?" Ian, Tony and Day discuss the harsh realities of modern football sustainability, the impact on fan ambition, and whether the system is inherently rigged against teams trying to break the glass ceiling. To close out the show, Ian puts Tony and Day on the hot seat with a rapid-fire Q&A segment. No sitting on the fence allowed! Ian fires over some sharp, unexpected, and thoroughly entertaining questions to test the guys' natural Everton instincts. What do you think, Blues? Should we be worried about Ndiaye's contract delay? Is selling your best players the only realistic way to climb the Premier League ladder nowadays? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has staked his political future on winning the Makerfield by-election - and, potentially, a tilt at becoming Prime Minister.But who is Burnham, and how did he get here?In this special episode of Northern Spin, co-hosts Chris Maguire and Frank McKenna profile the man dubbed the King of the North.They discuss:• How Boys from the Blackstuff changed the direction of his life• His lifelong love affair with music, Everton FC and politics• Why Hillsborough became a personal crusade• Walking away from Westminster after losing two Labour leadership contests• Becoming Greater Manchester Mayor and building the King of the North brand• Standing up to Boris Johnson's government during Covid• His successes and failures as Mayor• Why it's sh*t or bust for Burnham and Labour in MakerfieldNorthern Spin is a joint production from BusinessCloud and Downtown in Business. It is produced by Dan Brown of Renowned.Chapters:00:55 – The Man Behind the Mayor: Who Is Andy Burnham?02:42 – How He Became a Great Communicator (He Wasn't Always)04:23 – Born in Liverpool: Burnham's Origin Story06:07 – The Hillsborough Moment 07:42 – Why Liverpool Was So Angry - and What Burnham Did About It10:37 – Turning His Back on Westminster: Why He Chose Manchester12:20 – First Day as Mayor12:47 – Giving Away 15% of His Salary14:56 – Winning Over a Room of Skeptical Business Leaders18:11 – Stuck on the M6 but Still Shows Up21:33 – Great Communicator or Instinctive Politician? The Key Difference25:47 – Getting it right28:19 – Soft Power & What It Means on a National Stage31:10 – Andy's character32:57 – Why He Hates the Word "Celebrity"33:30 – The Quote on His Office Wall That Explains Everything He Does34:31 – Why He's Going Back to Westminster - and Why Now

The football has paused, but the bragging rights are officially on the line! Welcome to the ultimate test of Everton trivia — the Royal Blue 2025/26 Big Quiz. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Your host and quiz master Ian Croll takes the head of the table to grill our panel on everything that went down over the course of the 2025/26 season. Stepping up to the plate (and trying desperately not to finish last) are:  Joe Thomas (Everton FC Correspondent)  Chris Beesley (Everton FC Reporter)  Gavin Buckland (Everton Statistician & Club Historian) Grab a drink, test yourself against the lads, and let us know your score in the comments below!

An historic, unforgettable, and ultimately exhausting debut season at the brand-new Hill Dickinson Stadium is officially in the books. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Join Ian Croll, Joe Thomas, and Connor O'Neill on the Royal Blue bench as they unpack a rollercoaster 2025/26 campaign for Everton Football Club. The move to the waterfront started with an incredible air of optimism, with the Grand Old Lady's spirit seamlessly transferring into a stunning new era. For months, the Blues looked like they were building something special. But then came the spring. A catastrophic final run-in—leaving Everton entirely winless since March—dragged fans right back down to earth. The lads dive deep into the autopsy of the season, breaking down: The Key Moments: From the spine-tingling first whistle at the Hill Dickinson Stadium to the tactical collapses that halted our momentum. The Ups and Downs: How a season of such immense promise fizzled out when it mattered most. The Honor Roll & The Scapegoats: Who stepped up to become icons of the new stadium, and which underachievers left us wanting so much more? To wrap things up, the panel faces a quick-fire segment to hand out their Player of the Season, Flop of the Season, and their definitive letter grade for the 2025/26 campaign. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the brink of Europe to total frustration. Everton's season has finished with a whimper after a devastating run without a win stretching all the way back to March. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  On this episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland sit down to look at the wreckage of the final weeks of the campaign. They debate what went wrong on the pitch, but more importantly, look at the wider issues brewing behind the scenes. The lads tackle the baffling PR and mixed messages coming from the manager and CEO regarding fan frustration, alongside the realities of how quickly the club can truly progress under the Friedkin Group regime. On the agenda: The Late-Season Collapse: How a promising campaign fell apart after March. The Hierarchy Disconnect: Analyzing the statements from the manager and CEO that have left fans feeling alienated. The TFG Timeline: Just how fast can Everton progress under the new regime? Summer Transfer Window: How the lack of European football shifts recruitment priorities.  The Managerial Question: What does the future hold for David Moyes? Make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Royal Blue! #Everton #EFC #RoyalBlue #DavidMoyes #FriedkinGroup #PremierLeague #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everton's season ends in a frustrating slump. In this latest edition of the Royal Blue Podcast, Chris Beesley and Joe Thomas reflect on the final game of the season at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. While Everton's Premier League future wasn't on the line this year, a straight shootout between Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United saw Everton fail to make Spurs work for their safety. The lads break down the tactical frustrations, David Moyes' setup, Jake O'Brien continually being forced out of position at right-back, and how Sunderland's massive leapfrog has fundamentally changed the mood of the Everton fanbase. What went wrong in these crucial final seven weeks, and how must the club address these glaring squad issues in a massive upcoming summer transfer window? #efc #EvertonFootballClub #EvertonFC Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday. Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chair: Akanksha Soni, news editor Speaker: Simon Reid, assistant director of business growth, Liverpool City Region Liverpool City Region has entered 2026 with a record £11bn pipeline and a 10-year mandate to expand the economy by a further £10bn. This is no longer a vision of what could be; it's a roadmap for what is being built. In this episode, recorded at UKREiiF, Simon Reid, assistant director of business growth, explains how the region's £2bn Investment Fund is fuelling a new era of place-based funding. We'll explore how the HMT Green Book revision is serving as a pilot to unlock major regeneration projects, including the transformative £5bn redevelopment of Liverpool Central Station and its vital role in Northern Powerhouse Rail. We'll also hear about the emerging Mayoral Development Corporation, designed to remove planning friction and fast-track 17,500 new homes across the North Docks, anchored by the new Everton FC stadium and Kings Dock schemes. Join us as we discover how innovation-led growth is positioning Liverpool as the UK's frontline for institutional capital. 

Everton had a top-eight finish and Europe dangling right in front of them, but they chose the final home game of the season to completely fall apart. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Ian Croll is joined by Joe Thomas and Gavin Buckland on the latest Royal Blue podcast to dissect a miserable 3-1 defeat to Sunderland. From Merlin Röhl's opener to a second-half defensive horror show, the lads look at why things went so horribly wrong. The fans are furious, and the blame is being pointed everywhere. Was it a failure of application from the players, or did David Moyes get it tactically wrong yet again? Plus, we look at the huge contract dilemma facing the board.  With Moyes entering the final year of his deal, has this capitulation forced TFG's hand? Do they stick, twist, or let him enter next season on an expiring contract? Let us know your thoughts in the live chat or comments section! Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more EFC content.

Join Ian Croll & Tony Scott for the Royal Blue post-match show following Everton's match with Sunderland. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast: Ian Croll & Andy Dunn EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  The business end of the season is here, but for Everton, the gears seem to be grinding. In this latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, host Ian Croll sits down with the Daily Mirror's Chief Sports Reporter Andy Dunn to dissect a pivotal moment in the Blues' campaign. Everton's European ambitions have hit a significant roadblock. Following a frustrating 2-2 draw at Selhurst Park—where the Toffees twice surrendered the lead—the stats make for grim reading: just two points taken from the last 15 available.  With only two games remaining, the "European Dream" is now hanging by a thread, and David Moyes' side no longer controls their own destiny. On Today's Agenda: The Slump & why has the momentum stalled? We look at the recent run of results and why Everton are struggling to get over the line in the final third. With the gap widening, we analyze the permutations. Everton are now in the uncomfortable position of relying on other teams to stumble just to keep their top-seven hopes alive.  The Managerial Question: David Moyes has transformed the club since his return in January 2025, but with his contract situation looming, should The Friedkin Group pull the trigger on a long-term deal now, or wait to see how the season concludes?  A Crucial Summer: Recruitment has been the Achilles' heel in years past. Andy Dunn gives his insight on why the upcoming window is the most important in a decade to ensure this season's progress isn't a one-off. Is the European dream dead, or is there one last twist in the tale? Should the club back Moyes regardless of the final league position? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. #EFC #Everton #DavidMoyes #PremierLeague #RoyalBlue #Toffees #CPFC #Transfers Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, host Ian Croll is joined by Tony Scott and Gav Buckland to dissect a pivotal week in Everton's season. As the campaign enters its final stretch, the stakes couldn't be higher for David Moyes' Blues. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee The lads dive into the newly released audio from the PGMOL regarding the controversial clash at the London Stadium against West Ham. We finally hear the explanation behind why Mateus Fernandes' apparent handball wasn't given as a penalty. Was it an accident? Was it a natural position? Or did Everton once again fall victim to a baffling VAR interpretation?  After a string of games where the Blues have looked uncharacteristically shaky at the back, the panel asks if it's time for David Moyes to experiment. The Jake O'Brien Question: With the Irishman impressing in a "hybrid" right-back role, is it time to move him to his natural center-back position? If O'Brien moves inside, who makes way? We debate whether Michael Keane's goal-scoring threat outweighs the defensive stability of James Tarkowski. With a massive game against Sunderland looming at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, the big team news revolves around Idrissa Gana Gueye. If the veteran is declared fit, does he go straight back into the starting 11 to provide that much-needed shield, or do the Blues stick with the current midfield balance? The Black Cats are coming to town, and the lads offer their score predictions and tactical blueprints for a must-win home fixture. To wrap things up with a bit of fun, the lads rank Premier League Kick-off Times. Watch, listen, and join the conversation in the comments below! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to never miss an episode of Royal Blue. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two leads, two lapses, and a major sense of "what if" at Selhurst Park. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. In this episode of the Royal Blue podcast, Ian Croll is joined by Chris Beesley to dissect Everton's frustrating 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace. After James Tarkowski and Beto twice put the Toffees in front, David Moyes watched his side pegged back by Ismaïla Sarr and a late Jean-Philippe Mateta strike. We dive deep into the defensive fragility that saw Michael Keane's clearance fall short and the lack of clinical edge from Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Iliman Ndiaye that could have put the game to bed. In this episode, we ask, why can't Everton hold a lead? We look at the "poor sensing" at the back that cost us the full three points. Beto's Brilliance: A silver lining as the striker finds his scoring touch—is he now our most important attacking asset? The Table as it Stands: With the draw, Everton missed the chance to climb into 8th. We look at the standings and the mathematical reality of a top-seven finish.  Two Games to Go: Where does this leave the hunt for Europe? We preview the final run-in and ask if the dream is "drifting away" or if there's one last twist in the tale. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland as they react to David Moyes' pre-match press conference ahead of Everton's trip to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace this Sunday afternoon. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  The Blues are looking to bounce back from the late heartbreak against Manchester City, and the timing might be perfect. With Crystal Palace securing their place in the UEFA Conference League Final after their victory on Thursday night, the big question is: can Everton take advantage? With the Eagles' priorities potentially shifted toward their historic European showpiece, Moyes will be drilling into his side the need to pounce on any drop in intensity. Selection headaches remain at the top of the pitch. After Thierno Barry's two-goal cameo against City, has he done enough to displace Beto in the starting XI? Or will Moyes stick with the physical presence of the Portuguese forward to wear down the Palace backline? #EFC #Everton #DavidMoyes #PremierLeague #CrystalPalace #RoyalBlue #Beto #ThiernoBarry Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ian Croll and Chris Beesley as they have the final word on a pulse-pounding 3-3 draw against Manchester City and look ahead to the final sprint of the season. In this episode, we dive deep into the drama from Monday night and the fallout from the game.  EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  From the VAR controversy, to the emerging players of the squad, here is what's on the agenda: We give the final word on that chaotic 3-3 draw. Breaking down the Merlin RöhlBernando Silva penalty claim. Did Manchester City get away with one? With Michael Keane in the spotlight, was he lucky to stay on the pitch? We debate that potential red card decision. After conceding late again, is Everton's inability to close out games becoming a psychological hurdle? We also discuss Merlin Röhl's latest comments regarding his future at the club. Is he here for the long haul? And after Thierno Barry grabbed a brace, we analyze whether this game can be the catalyst for his Everton career.  Finally, with the table tightening up, we assess Everton's genuine chances in the Race for Europe and look ahead to the clash with Crystal Palace.  What do the Toffees need to do to secure three points? Love the podcast? Subscribe to the Royal Blue YouTube Channel for daily videos, match reactions, and behind-the-scenes insights into Everton Football Club. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ian Croll & Tony Scott for the Royal Blue post-match show following Everton's 3-3 draw with Manchester City. Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday. Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, Connor is joined by Joe Thomas to break down a huge weekend in Everton's push for European football. With the Blues sitting just a few points off the top six, the lads take a deep dive into the fixtures around them and what results could shape the race before Monday night's clash with Manchester City. They discuss: Why this weekend could be decisive in the European picture The psychological impact of results before Everton kick off Whether Manchester City are there for the taking at Hill Dickinson Stadium David Moyes' team selection dilemmas, including whether Beto should return The lack of squad rotation and what it means for tired legs late in the season A closer look at Everton's summer signings and how they compare across the Premier League Transfer rumours, including links to John Stones, and where Everton really need to strengthen There's also analysis of Everton's recent performances, tactical debates, and what's still to play for as the season reaches its final stretch. #EvertonFootballClub #EvertonFC #efc Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday. Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Timecodes: 0:00 – Intro & welcome 0:09 – Everton mood after recent results 0:38 – European race overview 1:32 – Key fixtures this weekend 3:00 – Rivals' form & potential slip-ups 4:27 – Why this weekend is crucial for Everton 7:46 – Psychological impact before Monday night 8:16 – Preview: Everton vs Manchester City 12:50 – Predicted lineup & tactical approach 13:47 – Should Beto start over Barry? 17:03 – Alcaraz & selection frustrations 21:42 – Squad rotation discussion 22:12 – Stats: Everton's limited squad usage 25:03 – Minutes breakdown (Diblin, Rolle, Patterson) 27:30 – Are Moyes' decisions justified? 28:50 – Missed opportunities vs Liverpool & West Ham 29:46 – Are players showing fatigue? 31:13 – Do fringe players deserve more chances? 33:10 – Everton's transfer window analysed 37:01 – Comparing recruitment across PL clubs 40:15 – Youth players & opportunities debate 41:15 – John Stones transfer links discussed 42:41 – Everton's defensive depth & priorities 45:00 – Full-back issues & summer needs 45:26 – Outro Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Ian Croll is joined by Gavin Buckland and Tony Scott look ahead to a season-defining month for the Blues. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee On the Agenda: The lads give their final word reaction to Everton's 2-1 defeat at the London Stadium. Despite a late Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall strike giving the Blues a lifeline, a 90th-minute winner from Callum Wilson left David Moyes' side empty-handed. With the Blues now three games without a win, the panel discusses what needs to change. Is it a lack of urgency, or are the tactical decisions catching up with the squad? How does David Moyes fix the "flatness" before the season slips away? With only four games remaining, we take a deep dive into the Premier League table. We analyze Everton's upcoming fixtures against the run-ins of our European rivals. Who has the toughest path to the finish line? Next up is the daunting task of Manchester City at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Can the Blues find their "big game" spirit and cause a massive upset against the champions, or is the gap too wide to bridge in our current form? #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Richard Garnett is joined by Paul Gorst and Mark Jones to react to a massive afternoon at Anfield as Liverpool secured a 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  With Aston Villa dropping points at Fulham, Arne Slot's side has moved into fourth place, putting them in the driver's seat for Champions League qualification. We break down the goals from Alexander Isak, Andy Robertson, and Florian Wirtz that have put the Reds in a commanding position with just weeks left in the season. However, the win was overshadowed by a worrying injury to Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian king was forced off with a suspected hamstring tear, and with reports suggesting he could face four weeks on the sidelines, we discuss whether we have seen the last of Salah in a Liverpool shirt before his summer departure. Also on the agenda: How Liverpool capitalized on Villa's slip-up to take control of their European destiny. Analyzing the impact of Mo's injury and how Slot navigates the final games without his talisman. We look back at the bizarre Crystal Palace goal from Daniel Muñoz, scored while goalkeeper Freddie Woodman lay injured. Isak's Impact and how the striker continues his fine form as he helps spearhead the late-season surge. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Beesley and Joe Thomas return to the studio to dissect a frustrating afternoon for the Blues at the London Stadium. Following a 2-1 defeat to West Ham, Everton find themselves sitting in 11th place, and while they remain just 3 points off 6th, the margin for error is becoming razor-thin. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee In this episode, the lads dive into: The Penalty That Wasn't: A deep dive into the controversial handball by Mateus Fernandes. With former refs and the Key Match Incidents Panel weighing in, how did VAR Michael Salisbury get this one so wrong? With three games now without a win, we ask the tough question: Is the dream of European football next season slipping away? Looking ahead to Monday night under the lights at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Can David Moyes' men find an almighty effort to stun title-chasers Manchester City? #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Richard Garnett, Mark Jones and Ian Doyle on the latest episode of the Blood Red podcast as they gear up for Liverpool's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at Anfield. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  With the Reds looking to solidify their grip on the top five, the panel dives into Arne Slot's pre-match press conference and the major talking point of the week: Alisson Becker. Following reports linking the Brazilian shot-stopper with a potential summer move to Juventus, the boss has provided a fresh update on Alisson's recovery from injury and whether he features in the plans for the weekend. Can Liverpool avoid another slip-up against an Eagles side that has proven to be a thorn in their side this season? With Giorgi Mamardashvili sidelined, we discuss the likelihood of Freddie Woodman stepping up. There are also predicted XIs and score predictions ahead of Saturday's 3pm kick-off. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ian Croll, Joe Thomas, and Gavin Buckland as they dive into a pivotal weekend for the Blues. After a frustrating run of dropped points—including a draw at Brentford and a narrow Derby defeat—Everton have slipped to 10th in the Premier League table. With the European places beginning to drift, the trip to the London Stadium has become a "must-win" if David Moyes' side are to reignite their charge for the top six. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee On the Agenda is The Race for Europe: Can Everton find their clinical edge again? The panel discusses whether the Blues can leapfrog the likes of Brentford and Chelsea to get back into the mix. Michael Keane has officially penned a new contract extension, ensuring he will reach the 10-year milestone at the club. We discuss his role this season and what his veteran presence means for the squad through 2027. The lads analyzing West Ham's threats and how Everton can exploit a side currently sitting in the bottom half of the table. There are the usual team selection dilemmas and bold scoreline predictions ahead of Saturday's 3:00 PM kickoff. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Ian Croll and the Liverpool Echo's Chris Beesley dive into a somber week for the Blues following a painful 2-1 defeat in the Merseyside Derby. While the result at the Hill Dickinson Stadium stings, the long-term consequences could be even more severe. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee The headline news is the injury to Jarrad Branthwaite. After being stretchered off in the dying minutes against Liverpool, reports suggest the star defender is facing two months on the sidelines with a hamstring tear. With the 23-year-old's season potentially over, Ian and Chris discuss how David Moyes recalibrates a defense that has looked far more stable with the England international in the lineup. The guys turn their attention to Beto. Despite a tireless work rate, questions remain about his clinical edge. With his current deal running until 2027, the panel debates the latest rumors surrounding his future: Does he deserve a contract extension to secure his value? Or is it time for Everton to look for a different profile of striker this summer? It's been a tough run for Thierno Barry. After a solid start to his Everton career, his recent performances have dipped, leading to visible frustration in the stands. We explore his complex relationship with the fans and whether the young forward can prove himself as Everton's.  Finally, we wrap up the post-match autopsy of the 2-1 loss to Liverpool. From missed opportunities to controversial officiating, we provide the final word on a derby that leaves Everton looking over their shoulder as the season enters its final stretch. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ian Croll & Tony Scott for the Royal Blue post-match show following Everton's match with Liverpool. Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday. Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee The first-ever Merseyside Derby at the new stadium is here—and it doesn't get much bigger than this. Chris Beesley and Joe Thomas preview a historic clash as Everton host Liverpool in a game packed with emotion, pressure, and huge stakes on both sides. From the atmosphere expected inside Hill Dickinson Stadium to key players like Beto and Iliman Ndiaye, we break down where the game could be won and lost. There's talk of momentum, mindset, and whether Everton can finally take advantage of a vulnerable Liverpool side—or if the occasion itself could become the biggest challenge. Predictions, tactical insight, and everything you need ahead of derby day. Who wins the first derby at the new ground? Let us know in the comments. #Everton #Liverpool #MerseysideDerby #EFC #LFC #PremierLeague Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday. Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royal Blue: Dewsbury-Hall Rescues a Point at the Gtech & Season Ticket Price Hikes. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Join Ian Croll and Joe Thomas for a post-match reaction as Everton showed serious fighting spirit to snatch a point in a chaotic 2-2 draw away at Brentford. The Blues looked to be heading for a narrow defeat until Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall popped up in the 91st minute to sweep home a dramatic equaliser, silencing the Gtech Community Stadium and sending the travelling Toffees into raptures.  We break down the key moments, from Beto's first-half header to the defensive lapses that twice gave the Bees the lead, and ask: is this the "never-say-die" attitude David Moyes has truly instilled in this European-chasing squad? Was a draw a fair result? We discuss the resilience shown to come from behind twice and Dewsbury-Hall's knack for scoring "clutch" goals. We've also got reaction to Friday's announcement regarding season ticket price increases for the 2026/27 season at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. With some fans facing rises of up to 10%, we discuss the timing and the impact on the loyal match-going fanbase. Finally a quick look ahead to Sunday. The Merseyside Derby is looming—can Everton carry this momentum into a massive clash against the neighbors? #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Merseyside Derby Preview | Everton vs Liverpool EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Join Ian Croll, Gavin Buckland, and Tony Scott as the Royal Blue podcast looks ahead to a high-stakes Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park. Following a dramatic 2-2 draw away at Brentford—salvaged by a late Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall strike—the Toffees return home with Europe in their sights. Currently sitting 8th on 47 points, David Moyes' side has a massive opportunity to reel in the neighbours. The timing couldn't be better for Everton. Arne Slot's Liverpool will arrive at Hill Dickinson Stadium nursing a European hangover after crashing out of the Champions League quarter-finals to PSG last night. With the Reds sitting 5th and only five points ahead of Everton, a win on Sunday would blow the race for European football wide open. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ECHO Everton reporter Chris Beesley speaks to Dr David France in a special edition of the Royal Blue podcast. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  The Widnes-born former oil and gas executive sold his 10,000-item collection of Everton memorabilia to the club at a heavily discounted price so it could be kept for posterity while also founding the Everton Former Players' Foundation to raise money for the physical and pastoral care of ex-professionals who have represented the club.   As well as previewing Everton's European qualification 'six-pointer' at Brentford tomorrow, Dr France will be offering his thoughts on the historic first season at Hill Dickinson Stadium so far. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The European Chase – Brentford Preview EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Join Ian Croll, Tony Scott, and Gavin Buckland on the Royal Blue YouTube channel as they dive into a season-defining week for Everton Football Club. With the Toffees currently locked in a dead heat with the Bees on 46 points, this weekend's trip to the Gtech Community Stadium is effectively a "European Play-off." Can David Moyes' men find the away form needed to leapfrog their rivals and keep the Champions League dream alive? Also on the agenda the lads discuss the latest from the medical room with Iliman Ndiaye giving Everton a much needed boost after his injury international break scare. Plus, the latest on the defensive line-up following the recent absences of James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite. In terms of the tactical battle, how does Moyes set up against Keith Andrews' Brentford side? And in the race of the Top 5 with Liverpool and Chelsea faltering, the panel discusses whether the unthinkable is actually possible. Are Everton ready for the Champions League, or should the focus remain on securing any form of continental football for the first season at Hill Dickinson Stadium? #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royal Blue: The Return of the Blues EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Ian Croll and Chris Beesley are back in the studio to digest the international break and look ahead to the return of Premier League action! With Everton traveling to face Brentford this Saturday, the lads dive into the big talking points surrounding David Moyes' squad as they push for a strong finish to the 2025/26 campaign. On the Agenda Today the lads analyse Everton's form coming back from an International Break. Is there a question of an International Hangover? Can the Blues hit the ground running at the Gtech Community Stadium, or will the "international lull" bite again?  The Thierno Barry Incident: A deep dive into the recent friction between the summer signing and the fanbase. After the fallout from the Arsenal match and the subsequent reaction at the Chelsea game, we ask: how does Barry bridge the gap with the Evertonians? Iliman Ndiaye is reportedly attracting heavy interest from the likes of Manchester United and Arsenal. With his stock at an all-time high, we discuss what the club needs to do to keep him happy. Is a bumper new contract the only way to fend off the vultures? The Tyler Dibling Conundrum: It's been a tough debut season for the young winger since his move from Southampton. With limited minutes and zero goal contributions so far, we debate whether Dibling can still play a "wildcard" role in these final few games of the season. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Moyes, the Friedkin Era, and Everton's European Charge

Everton, Aston Villa & Newcastle: Breaking the Premier League Glass Ceiling | The Royal Blue EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee The Premier League's financial landscape is shifting. As we move from the era of Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) to the new Squad Cost Ratio (SCR) for the 2026/27 season, the "challenger" clubs find themselves at a crossroads. Join Ian Croll (Everton), Dan Rolinson (Aston Villa), and Andrew Musgrove (Newcastle United) as they dive deep into what these changes mean for the clubs trying to shatter the traditional "Big Six" monopoly. What's on the Agenda? The PSR Post-Mortem: How Everton became the "canary in the coal mine" for points deductions, and why Newcastle and Villa have had to stall their rapid growth to stay compliant. The New Frontier (SCR): Breaking down the 85% revenue-to-squad-cost cap (and the stricter 70% cap for those in Europe). Is this a "tactical handbrake" for ambitious owners, or a fairer way to monitor spending in real-time? The "Glass Ceiling" Debate: With rules now tethered directly to revenue, does this simply bake in the advantage of the highest earners? Or do the new "rollover" allowances and academy profit loopholes offer a genuine path to the top? Club-Specific Impacts: Everton: Transitioning into a new stadium—how will increased matchday revenue under SCR change their recruitment power? Aston Villa: Balancing Champions League ambitions with the 70% UEFA-aligned threshold. Newcastle: Can the "richest club in the world" finally flex its financial muscle, or is the ceiling now reinforced with steel? #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday. Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everton 2024/25 Accounts: A New Financial Era? | Royal Blue Podcast. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Join Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland on the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube channel as they dive into the club's newly released 2024/25 financial accounts. In this episode, the panel breaks down a pivotal year for the Blues' balance sheet. While Everton posted an £8.6m loss—a massive reduction from the previous year's £53m—the "headline" figure comes with many questions.  We discuss the £49m internal sale of Everton Women to Roundhouse Capital (TFG) and what this accounting maneuver means for the club's future PSR compliance. Beyond the spreadsheets, the team addresses the growing fury among the fanbase regarding the Premier League fixture list. Everton has been selected for Monday Night Football seven times this season—more than any other side in the league. With fans voicing their displeasure over the constant travel disruption and kick off times" Ian and Gav ask: Is the Premier League taking Evertonians for granted? #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royal Blue Podcast Special: From the Boardroom to the Bullens EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  In this exclusive interview, Ian Croll sits down with Dave Cunningham, the property developer and lifelong Evertonian who stepped up to save Southport FC from the brink of financial collapse in mid-2025. Alongside co-investor Kieran Malone, Dave has spent the last year transforming the National League North side into a model of sustainability and community pride. Now, he's opening up about the reality of running a football club, the heavy weight of local legacy, and the unique challenges of the beautiful game. From an Everton perspective and being a die-hard Blue, Dave shares his candid thoughts on the state of play at Hill Dickinson: The Moyes Era 2.0, season assessment with a look at the campaign so far—where we've excelled and where we're falling short. The Ceiling: Can Everton break back into the elite, or is stability the current priority? Inside Southport FC, Dave pulls back the curtain on life as an owner, including the rescue mission and why he felt compelled to save Southport and his vision for "building value" over quick fixes. There's also the fascinating story behind interviewing Everton legend Duncan Ferguson for the Southport managerial vacancy. Dave is also dreaming of Wembley, with Southport facing Southend this Saturday in the FA Trophy Semi-Final, Dave discusses the nerves, the excitement, and what a trip to the final would mean for the town. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royal Blue: Chelsea The Final Word, Beto's time to shine & The European Dream EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Join Ian Croll and Tony Scott as they dive into the fallout of a historic afternoon at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Everton didn't just beat Chelsea; they dismantled them 3-0 in a performance that has sent shockwaves through the Premier League and ignited a fever pitch among the Evertonian faithful. In this episode, we break down Beto's performance, Two goals, a dominant physical display, and a standing ovation. Has the big man officially silenced his critics? We discuss whether this is the "reset" moment for the striker and what he offers David Moyes' side for the run-in. In the hunt for Europe and with the Blues sitting in 8th and just three points behind Liverpool in 5th, the conversation has shifted from “stability" to dreaming of Europe Can Everton actually pull off European qualification? With the Merseyside Derby looming and a huge game away to Brentford beforehand, the confidence from this Chelsea win couldn't have come at a better time. Ian and Tony debate if this is the strongest Everton have looked heading into a clash with the neighbours in over a decade. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

European Dream is ON After 3-0 Masterclass EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Join Chris Beesley, Joe Thomas, and Gavin Buckland on the Royal Blue Podcast for some jubilant reaction and analysis on one of the best nights yet at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Everton didn't just beat Chelsea; they dismantled them. In a performance defined by tactical discipline and clinical finishing, David Moyes' men secured a stunning 3-0 victory, blowing the race for European qualification wide open. From the first whistle to the last, the Blues looked like a side that belongs on the continental stage, leaving a billion-pound Chelsea squad searching for answers in their wake. The panel reflects on the tactical masterclass from the gaffer, the dominant individual displays across the pitch, and why this result feels like a genuine "turning point" for the club's ambitions. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland on the Royal Blue Podcast as they look ahead to a massive clash at the Hill Dickinson Stadium against a wounded Chelsea. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee The Londoners arrive on Merseyside in total disarray following their Champions League exit and a fresh wave of Premier League sanctions. But while Chelsea deal with their off-field "woes," the blue half of Liverpool is fuming.  We discuss the fallout from Chelsea's recent fine for rule-breaking—a punishment many Evertonians feel is incredibly lenient given the points deductions handed down to the Toffees in recent seasons. Is there a double standard at play in the Premier League hierarchy? On the pitch, the opportunity is huge. With Chelsea reeling, can David Moyes' side take advantage of their fragile confidence and secure a vital win in the hunt for European football? #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Royal Blue Podcast: Thierno Barry's Social Media Storm & The Beto Debate EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Join Ian Croll and Tony Scott on the Royal Blue Podcast as they provide the "Final Word" on a sobering afternoon at the Emirates. Everton's recent momentum was halted by a 2-0 defeat to Arsenal, but the fallout from North London has been dominated by off-field headlines. The panel dives into the growing tension surrounding Thierno Barry; after a controversial social media post, has the striker fractured his relationship with the Everton faithful beyond repair? Meanwhile, Beto's struggles in front of goal continue, but the Portuguese forward has found support from a statistical mastermind—Brentford owner Matthew Benham. We discuss Benham's surprising comments and whether the data still suggests a breakthrough is coming for the Blues' number nine. Also on today's agenda:  Why did David Moyes refuse to answer questions on the Branthwaite & Tarkowski injury situation? The lads also touch on the Premier League's latest sanctions on Chelsea as they question the severity of the punishment. Finally, with a massive clash at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday evening can Everton exploit a wounded Chelsea? #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Join Richard Garnett and Mark Jones on the Blood Red podcast as they pick through the bones of a frustrating night for Arne Slot's side in Istanbul. Liverpool suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Galatasaray at a raucous RAMS Park, a result that felt like "bad déjà vu" after losing by the same scoreline in Turkey during the league phase earlier this season. A 7th-minute header from Mario Lemina proved to be the difference, as the Reds once again struggled to handle set-pieces and the intimidating atmosphere of the "Hell" away end. Despite a dominant opening 15 minutes and several missed chances from the likes of Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike, Liverpool returned to Merseyside trailing in this Champions League Round of 16 tie. Ibrahima Konate saw an equalizer cruelly chalked off by VAR for handball, leaving the Reds with a mountain to climb. Can Liverpool overturn the deficit, or is an early European exit on the cards? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Subscribe to the Blood Red Liverpool FC YouTube Channel for daily live shows and exclusive content. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices