Everton Football Club
A founding member of both the Football League and the Premier League, Everton remains a pillar of English football, now entering a bold new chapter at the state-of-the-art Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Moving to Bramley-Moore
After 133 legendary years at Goodison Park, the club officially transitioned to the Hill Dickinson Stadium in 2025. Located on the banks of the River Mersey, this waterfront arena serves as the cornerstone of Everton’s commercial and sporting revival under Dan Friedkin’s ownership.
Club Foundations
- Major Trophies: 15 (9 League, 5 FA Cups, 1 Cup Winners’ Cup).
- Record Consistency: 2nd longest continuous top-flight presence.
- Modern Era: Acquired by The Friedkin Group (Dec 2024).
The Merseyside Identity
The Merseyside Derby
One of English football’s most storied rivalries. Contested against Liverpool FC, it remains the ultimate test of pride for “Evertonians” across the city.
The Toffees Heritage
From royal blue kits to the legendary status of Goodison Park (now the permanent home of Everton Women), the identity is built on deep community roots and historic resilience.
The Toffees Roster
Active Squad: As of 2 February 2026
2026 Strategic Profile
Everton’s 2026 roster reflects a significant shift toward technical creativity, bolstered by the loan arrival of Jack Grealish and the permanent signing of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. With Jarrad Branthwaite anchoring the defense, the Toffees are mathematically positioned for a top-half finish at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
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1878 St. Domingo’s Roots
Founded so the congregation of **St Domingo Methodist Chapel** could play sport year-round, the club was renamed Everton in 1879. As a founding member of the Football League, they claimed their first title in **1890–91**, spearheading a golden era that saw two league titles and an FA Cup before the First World War.
The Dixie Dean Era (1925–1939)
The 1925 signing of **Dixie Dean** changed football history. His 60-goal season in 1927–28 remains an unbreakable record, powering Everton to multiple championships and the 1933 FA Cup.
The Catterick Revival
Under **Harry Catterick** in the 1960s, Everton reclaimed their status as the “School of Science,” winning two League titles and the 1966 FA Cup, while becoming the first English club to achieve five consecutive years in European competition.
The Golden Mid-80s
**Howard Kendall** oversaw the club’s most successful period. In 1985, Everton captured the **European Cup Winners’ Cup**, the League title, and narrowly missed a treble. This era defined Everton’s modern identity before the Heysel ban halted continental progress.
Resilience in the 21st Century
David Moyes’ 11-year tenure (2002–2013) brought consistent top-half finishes and Champions League qualification.
The 2023–24 period saw historic points deductions for PSR breaches, the largest in Premier League history at the time.
With **David Moyes** returning in January 2025 and the club committing to the **Living Pension**, Everton enters 2026 with renewed social and sporting focus.
Major Honours
League Championships (9)
FA Cups (5)
European Glory
Defeated Rapid Wien 3–1 in Rotterdam.
Other Honours (9)
Records & Stats
Data points defining the second-longest continuous presence in English top-flight history.
The legendary 60-goal-a-season striker. Most goals in a single season (1927–28).
Most competitive appearances for the club (1981–1997).
As of 2025–26, Everton has competed in the top division for a record 123 seasons.
Biggest Winning Margin
11–2 vs Derby County (1890).
9–1 vs Plymouth Argyle (1960).
Record Home Attendance
78,299 vs Liverpool (1948).
Note: Hill Dickinson Stadium cap. is 52,888.
Transfer Milestones
Value (2023): $744 Million.
Owned By: Dan Friedkin (Dec 2024).
The Blueprints of Everton
Goodison Park
The first major football stadium built in England (1892). Known as the “Grand Old Lady,” it hosted more top-flight games than any other UK ground.
The Birth of Two Giants
Matchday Ritual
“Since 1962, the blues walk out to the arrangement of **’Johnny Todd’** (the Z-Cars theme), a traditional Liverpool children’s song that echoes the club’s deep maritime heritage.”
Evertonians Worldwide
Regional & Global Roots
While the heart of the support lies in **Merseyside, Cheshire, and West Lancashire**, the “Blues” have a massive footprint across North Wales, Ireland, and Scotland. Globally, Everton boasts official clubs in Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Australia.
The Traveling Blues
Everton is renowned for taking massive away followings. Notable milestones include the 7,000-strong crowd at Benfica in 2009. The club uses a dedicated loyalty points scheme to reward the most committed “Toffees” traveling across the UK and Europe.
The Merseyside Derby
The most respectful—and most carded—rivalry in English football.
Families in Liverpool are often split between Red and Blue, allowing fans to sit side-by-side—a rarity in modern top-flight football.
Despite the fan respect, this fixture holds the record for the most red cards in Premier League history.
The rivalry stems from the 1892 internal dispute at Anfield, but it has evolved into a symbol of city-wide unity. Following the Hillsborough disaster, a chain of red and blue scarves linked Goodison Park and Anfield as a tribute to the victims.
