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Post by rugbytoffee on Feb 29, 2024 11:42:44 GMT
Please see below key information for supporters attending Saturday’s fixture against West Ham United at Goodison Park (KO 3pm).
MATCHDAY TRAVEL
We have been advised that due to planned engineering works, there will be a rail replacement bus services running on Merseyrail’s Northern line on matchday.
The crucial maintenance work is being carried out from Moorfields to Hall Road, meaning trains are unable to access this part of the network. This will affect the Southport, Hunts Cross, Ormskirk and Headbolt Lane lines (Wirral line services will be unaffected). More information can be found here.
Please be advised to check all travel routes prior to travelling. For local updates, visit merseytravel.gov.uk or @merseytravel on social media platforms.
Stagecoach’s dedicated matchday 919 and Soccerbus services will be in operation this Saturday. The 919 service operates to and from Liverpool city centre direct to Goodison Park, while the Soccerbus, operating to and from Sandhills train station, will commence two hours before kick-off and resume 10 minutes after the final whistle from Walton Lane. Full details of these services can be found here.
AROUND THE GROUND
IN THE FAN ZONE
The Fan Zone will be open at the Park End of Goodison Park from 12pm.
There will be a performance on stage from Jack Desmond, while the show, commencing at 1.15pm, will be hosted by Giulia Bould and welcome a range of special guests.
Catering units will be on-site with hot and cold refreshments, while the Fan Zone also boasts a large, covered seating area where supporters can seek refuge should any inclement weather set in!
Please note: No pyrotechnics (smoke cannisters or flares) will be allowed in the Fan Zone.
TRY THE PARK END KITCHEN AND HOMEBAKED BAKERY!
Why not warm up for the match with a hot fresh meal from our Park End Kitchen?
The distinctive Royal Blue-branded food outlet, which was established following discussions with the Fans’ Forum, can be found in the Fan Zone behind the Sir Philip Carter Park Stand.
It serves a range of tasty dishes that differ from your traditional football stadium food offering, including Salt ‘n’ Pepper Fries topped with peppers, red onion and coriander, and a Katsu Chicken Curry.
Burger lovers are well catered for and can choose from a classic or gourmet chicken burger, while vegan supporters can enjoy a burger consisting of a quorn buttermilk pattie topped with mild cheese and served with a tomato relish.
Also in the Fan Zone, the Homebaked Bakery offers fans the chance to sample the famous Homebaked Scouse Pie, the award-winning Vegan Scouse Pie, as well as Everton-themed pies The Blue (Steak & Stilton) and The Trinity Pie, in honour of Howard Kendall, Colin Harvey and Alan Ball.
HERITAGE SOCIETY @ ST LUKE’S
The Heritage Society’s matchday exhibition will be open upstairs in St Luke’s Church from 12pm.
Take your chance to see rare Everton photographs and memorabilia and check out the various stalls selling t-shirts, prints, books, crafts and matchday programmes from down the years.
DROP IN AND TALK TO THE FAN ADVISORY BOARD
Supporters can meet and chat with members of Everton’s Fan Advisory Board (FAB) upstairs in St Luke’s Church ahead of this fixture.
The drop-in sessions give Blues an opportunity to learn more about the FAB’s work, talk about anything Everton related, and/or pass on any issues or feedback you would like them to raise with Club representatives.
FAB members will be in attendance from 1pm and no appointment is needed.
If you’d like to contact the FAB outside of a matchday, you can do so by emailing FAB@EFC-FanAdvisoryBoard.com
SUPPORTERS’ CODE OF CONDUCT / REPORTING DISCRIMINATION / SAFEGUARDING
Everton Football Club has a strict, zero tolerance approach to all incidents of discrimination and disorder.
We remind supporters that all perpetrators of public order offences, which includes racist or discriminatory behaviour, pitch encroachment and the throwing of objects and/or the use of any form of pyrotechnics (including smoke grenades, smoke bombs/canisters and flares) will receive lengthy stadium bans, potential police investigation and further possible legal sanctions.
Flags must not contain anything considered to be offensive, discriminatory, or inflammatory, including politically motivated or nationalistic messaging. In line with Premier League guidance, supporters are advised that Israeli or Palestinian flags will not be permitted to be displayed at Premier League fixtures for the foreseeable future.
The Club has reaffirmed its commitment to football’s collective stance in tackling anti-social and criminal behaviour at matches and is required to work with the authorities to identify any individuals who take part in unacceptable behaviour.
If you witness any form of unsavoury or anti-social behaviour, harassment, or discrimination at a match, please report it.
This can be done by speaking to a Club steward or a police officer or using Everton’s dedicated confidential reporting lines. Supporters can report any incidents to the Stadium Safety Team immediately by texting HELP and details of what has been witnessed and where to 84300, or by emailing reportit@evertonfc.com.
Please note, the Club has increased the age of minors needing adult supervision to 14. ALL fans under 14 should, therefore, be accompanied by an adult.
MATCHDAY PROGRAMME
The Club’s official matchday programme can be purchased from sellers located in and outside of Goodison Park and is priced at £4.
Jarrad Branthwaite stars as this week’s feature interview and supporters can also hear from manager Sean Dyche, captain Seamus Coleman and read our Q&A with Abdoulaye Doucoure.
Elsewhere, Lars Jacobsen is the subject of ‘6-a-side', there’s an interview with former midfielder Don Hutchison, Lewis Dobbin reveals his ideal playlist, and young Blues can learn more about the legendary career of the late, great Howard Kendall.
GET YOUR MESSAGE ON GOODISON’S BIG SCREENS
Whether you’re visiting Goodison for the first time or are a regular attendee, you could make your day that extra bit special by using #EFCMatchday.
Simply post a message on social media using that hashtag and it could be shared on the screens inside the stadium and in the Fan Zone before kick-off, or at halftime.
For more information on how to get your message on screen, please click here.
*Please note - messages are moderated and not all messages posted using the hashtag can be shown.
DONATE TO FANS SUPPORTING FOODBANKS
Fans Supporting Foodbanks and their unmissable purple vehicle will be in the Fan Zone all season on matchdays. They will be accessible from Goodison Road.
Match attending Blues are encouraged to donate non-perishable goods and a variety of dry products, such as rice or pasta, tinned foods (including tomatoes and tuna) or non-perishable packets such as breakfast cereals, biscuits, long life milk, coffee, tea, fruit juice, sugar, and snack bars.
Toiletries and children’s nappies are also gratefully received.
Click here to learn more about the work of Fans Supporting Foodbanks.
HEAD TO THE BLUE BASE BEFORE AND AFTER THE GAME
The Blue Base will be open for pre-and post-match food and drink.
The hub, on nearby Salop Street, features a fully licensed bar offering competitive prices, alongside a high quality matchday food menu that includes vegetarian alternatives.
With four giant TV screens and a projector, and children welcome, the Blue Base is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed matchday atmosphere.
What’s more, all proceeds go directly to helping the Club’s official charity, Everton in the Community!
MATCHDAY BUNDLE OFFER
Our official catering partner, Sodexo, have the below offers, available from gates opening:
Buy one pint/bottle of Carling lager and receive your second half price Buy a standard pie and receive a free hot drink Family Enclosure only: Buy a sausage roll and receive a free hot drink or bottle of water Note: This offer is available up until 30 minutes after the gates open
CASHLESS EXPERIENCE AT GOODISON PARK
Please be advised that Goodison Park is a cashless stadium – contactless and/or chip and pin payments are required in all areas.
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Post by rugbytoffee on Feb 29, 2024 15:02:14 GMT
Gueye is still being troubled by his issue, while Amadou Onana has a similar problem. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, manager Sean Dyche said: "He's (Gueye) still settling down. Amadou got a groin thing just settling down, we will make a decision tomorrow."
Arnaut Danjuma has missed the past four games because of an ankle problem but the game comes too soon.
Andre Gomes is back training on the grass but he may also still be unavailable because of a calf problem.
Dele remains sidelined with a long-term groin problem and is focusing on being fit.
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Post by Everton News. on Feb 29, 2024 20:38:26 GMT
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Post by evertonfan1968 on Mar 1, 2024 17:25:27 GMT
We can beat these but it will be close. Don't start with Calvert Lewin though.
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Post by Everton News. on Mar 2, 2024 15:10:55 GMT
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