Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast

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

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

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

Everton suffer a heartbreaking Merseyside derby defeat as Virgil van Dijk scores in the 100th minute to seal victory for Liverpool.Chris Beasley and Joe Thomas break down a cruel afternoon for the Blues, including refereeing controversy, a missed penalty shout, a disallowed goal, and a worrying injury to Jarrad Branthwaite.Despite a strong start and positive atmosphere from Everton fans, the Blues were left frustrated after a series of setbacks and missed opportunities.🔵 In this episode:Everton’s strong start and missed chancesRefereeing decisions and penalty controversyDisallowed goal dramaBranthwaite injury concernTactical decisions & substitutionsRecruitment and squad depth concernsPositives to take moving forwardLet us know your thoughts in the comments 👇Did Everton deserve more from the derby? 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 Financial Tightrope: Stadium Gains vs. UEFA Stumbling Blocks 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 sits down with the "Price of Football" expert Kieran Maguire to dissect a transformative week in Everton’s history. From the final set of accounts at Goodison Park to the looming shadow of UEFA’s rulebook, we break down exactly where the Toffees stand under The Friedkin Group (TFG). On the Agenda: Everton’s latest accounts show a drastic reduction in losses, but how much of that is "real" growth? We look at the £196.7m record turnover and the impact of the £49.2m internal sale of the Women’s team to TFG-owned Roundhouse Capital. Was this a masterstroke of accounting or a temporary PSR band-aid? The PSR to SCR Transition: As the Premier League moves toward Squad Cost Ratio (SCR), the rules are changing. Kieran explains the "70% vs 85%" dilemma: Why qualifying for Europe might actually trigger stricter spending limits for Everton than staying at home. The Roma Conflict: With Dan Friedkin at the helm of both Everton and AS Roma, we explore the "Integrity of Competition" headache. If both clubs secure a Europa League spot, who gets demoted? The March 1 Technicality: The deadline for a "blind trust" solution has reportedly passed without word from the club. Kieran weighs in on the risk of Everton being excluded from European competition on a technicality—even if the players earn it on the pitch at the new Hill Dickinson Stadium. Don't miss this deep dive into the numbers that will define Everton’s next 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.evertoFollow 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

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

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

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

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

Royal Blue: Can Everton Topple the Leaders? 🔵⚪️ EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Everton take their "incredible" away form to North London this Saturday as they face Premier League leaders Arsenal at the Emirates. With the Gunners eyeing the title and the Blues surging toward a European spot, Ian Croll and Chris Beesley break down one of the biggest tests of David Moyes' second stint. We look at Everton's clinical away performances—boasting 24 points on the road this season—and whether that tactical discipline can stifle Mikel Arteta's high-fliers. The European Charge: Following back-to-back wins over Newcastle and Burnley, the Toffees sit 8th and are within touching distance of the top six. Is a return to Europe actually on the cards? Emirates Challenge: Arsenal are 7 points clear at the top and haven't lost to Everton at home since 2021. Can Jarrad Branthwaite and James Tarkowski keep the league's most potent attack quiet? Will Moyes stick with the winning formula, or will we see a tactical shift to counter the Gunners' midfield dominance? #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/GavinBucklandTheEndEverton 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