Please see below key information for supporters attending Saturday’s fixture against Brentford at Goodison Park (KO 5.30pm).
FLAGS & BANNERS
A series of flags and banners will again be present in the lower tier of the Howard Kendall Gwladys St End. We respectfully encourage supporters to roll these back up at the conclusion of the game and leave them under the seats, for collection and use at future games.
Banners will also be displayed in the Sir Philip Carter Park Stand.
JACK DOWLING BUCKET COLLECTION
A bucket collection will be held outside Goodison Park on Saturday to boost Jack Dowling’s fund-raising efforts for MacMillan Cancer Support.
The Everton men’s fitness coach has so far raised an incredible £71,000 through his challenge of running 26 marathons in 26 weeks, culminating in the London Marathon last weekend.
Jack, who was running in support of his late brother, Tom, and to raise money for MacMillan, was presented to the Goodison crowd before Wednesday’s Merseyside derby.
And we now ask supporters to give generously, as Jack aims to swell the total collected for the charity.
Jack’s fundraising page is available on JustGiving and via Instagram @project26.26 or his dedicated website project2626.info.
You can also text PROJECT2626 to 70550 to make a single £5 donation.
AROUND THE GROUND
IN THE FAN ZONE
The Fan Zone will be open at the Park End of Goodison Park from 5pm.
The live show, commencing at 3.45pm, will be hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside's Giulia Bould and there will be a performance on stage from Megan Wyn.
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 canisters 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 3pm.
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 3pm 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
Blues defender James Tarkowski stars in this week’s exclusive feature interview, while Ben Godfrey is the focus of an in-depth Q&A session.
Supporters can also hear from manager Sean Dyche and Club captain Seamus Coleman as they preview the visit of Brentford to Goodison Park, while reflecting on a memorable Merseyside derby victory in midweek.
Elsewhere, ex-Toffees goalkeeper Nigel Martyn discusses memories from his Blues career in the former-player interview, and Blues Academy product Adam Forshaw – who played for both Everton and Brentford – picks his ultimate six-a-side team.
Arnaut Danjuma reveals all about his food tastes in The Menu, while Coleman takes on The Takeover, highlighting how he would shape his ideal matchday.
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.
