Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast

Everton’s unbeaten start to the season is over after a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Hill Dickinson Stadium. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee . Ian Croll and Tony Scott are outside the stadium for the latest Royal Blue Podcast, reflecting on a frustrating afternoon for the Blues as Chelsea bring Everton’s early-season run to an end. The lads break down where it went wrong for David Moyes’ side, analyse the key moments that decided the game, and discuss which Everton players impressed — and who struggled to make an impact. Was this simply a setback against a quality Chelsea side, or are there warning signs Everton need to address? With the unbeaten run now behind them, how should Everton respond, and what does this result mean for their ambitions this season? 💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Was this a reality check for Everton, or just a minor bump in the road? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Refund Club: If you took out a car finance agreement between 2007 and 2021 you may have been missold due to hidden commission arrangements between lenders and dealerships. Click the link in the description to fill in the free check: https://refundclub.co.uk/royal Fresh off Everton’s frustrating 2-2 draw away at Hull City, host Ian Croll and Tony Scott return to the Royal Blue studio to dissect all the major talking points surrounding the Toffees! With Tony having the final word from Hull, the pair waste no time debating the tactical adjustments needed for Everton's upcoming starting lineup. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  On this episode, the lads dive into: * The Jack Grealish Dilemma: How do Everton get the absolute best out of Manchester City loanee Jack Grealish? Can he continue to exert control from the left wing without bursting pace, or is it time to move him centrally into the No. 10 role behind the striker? * Managing Harrison Armstrong: Following a mixed reaction to his performance at Hull City despite showing vast promise previously, should the youngster be taken out of the firing line and protected ahead of the huge clash against Chelsea? * Ownership & Window Uncertainty: Ian and Tony discuss the latest surrounding the ongoing takeover of Everton FC. With concerns mounting over how prolonged negotiations could affect club operations, what does this ongoing ownership process mean for Everton's strategy in the January and summer transfer windows? WATCH, LIKE & SUBSCRIBE to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube channel for daily Everton content, match reactions, tactical analysis, and news updates! 🔵 Up The Toffees! #EFC #Everton #EvertonFC #RoyalBluePodcast #Grealish #PremierLeague Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ian Croll and Day Kennedy bring you the Royal Blue post-match reaction following Everton's frustrating 2-2 draw against Hull City. While David Moyes’ side extend their unbeaten run and remain fifth in the table, this undoubtedly feels like two points dropped. The lads dive deep into Moyes' team selection following an abject, disjointed first-half performance. Although the Toffees showed resilience and improved after the break, shocking defensive lapses ultimately cost all three points. Watch or listen as Ian and Day break down the tactical missteps, individual performances, and look ahead to a massive fixture against Chelsea. 💬 HAVE YOUR SAY: Was that two points dropped or a valuable point gained after a nightmare first half? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Enjoyed the video? Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the NOTIFICATION BELL to stay up to date with all the latest Everton FC podcasts, analysis, and fan reactions on the Royal Blue channel! #Everton #EFC #RoyalBlue #DavidMoyes #PremierLeague #HullCity #EvertonFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ian Croll and Tony Scott are back for an emergency episode of the Royal Blue Everton FC Podcast following the massive breaking news that The Friedkin Group (TFG) have put Everton Football Club up for sale! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Less than two years after completing their takeover of the club in December 2024, TFG has released an official bombshell statement confirming they are exploring "new investment options," including the "potential sale of a controlling interest." Ian and Tony react to the statement in full, in which the American ownership group claims their initial priority of bringing stability and securing the move to the newly-completed Hill Dickinson Stadium has been achieved, meaning the "time is right to consider the next chapter for Everton." 👇 HAVE YOUR SAY: What are your thoughts on The Friedkin Group's decision to sell up? Let us know in the comments below! 🔔 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE to Royal Blue Everton FC for all the latest news, reactions, match previews, and everything EFC! #Everton #EFC #EvertonFC #TheFriedkinGroup #EvertonTakeover #RoyalBluePodcast #Toffees #HillDickinsonStadium #PremierLeague Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the long international break finally coming to an end, Premier League football is returning and Everton are back in action this weekend! 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, Chris Beesley and Gavin Buckland dive into the latest headlining news around Everton FC and the wider Premier League landscape: Man City Punishment & Transfer Financials: The lads build on the ongoing Manchester City case, speculating on what the upcoming appeal could bring. They also tackle circulating rumours that rival Premier League clubs are growing concerned about money owed to them by City for historical transfer deals. Dan Meis Exclusive & Expansion Talk: Following Chris Beesley's exclusive interview with American architect Dan Meis—the man behind Everton's state-of-the-art waterfront home—the panel reacts to Dan's thoughts on stadium capacity. Is 52,769 truly the "magic number" for the Blues, or should the capacity have been higher? Ian and Gavin give their take on whether a future expansion is realistic or necessary. Hull City Preview: The lads look ahead to Sunday's fixture, breaking down key tactical matchups and expectations as Everton get back to business on the pitch. 🔔 Subscribe to the Royal Blue YouTube Channel for daily Everton FC podcasts, breaking news analysis, press conferences, and fan debate! 👍 Enjoyed the episode? Leave a like, hit the notification bell, and drop your thoughts in the comments below: Did Everton hit the sweet spot with stadium capacity, or should it be expanded? #EvertonFC #EFC #RoyalBlue #EFCNews #PremierLeague Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Author Simon Hart and Francesca Lyons join Chris Beesley for a special edition of the Royal Blue podcast to discuss the former’s new book on the latter’s father. The Man Who Bled Blue tells the triumphs and tragedy of Mike Lyons.  ORDER A COPY OF THE BOOK - The Man Who Bled Blue: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Mike Lyons: https://tinyurl.com/TheManWhoBledBlue Hart, whose previous publications include Here We Go: Everton in the 1980s and World in Motion: The Inside Story of Italia ‘90 the tournament that changed football, has produced what the Daily Mail’s Ian Herbert describes as: “A beautifully written and meticulously researched portrait of an extraordinary football life.”  Lifelong Evertonian Lyons, born in Mill Lane Maternity Hospital in Everton and raised at 5 Malpas Road, Croxteth, had a season ticket in the Bullens Road Paddock before making his first team debut when Harry Catterick’s Blues were reigning League Champions. However, despite only five other players topping his 473 appearances for Everton, silverware eluded him in over 11 years in the first team at Goodison Park.  Going on to turn out for Sheffield Wednesday, Grimsby Town and the Nova Scotia Clippers in Canada, Lyons later returned to the Blues as a member of the coaching staff while holding a variety of managerial positions across the globe, including a stint in charge of the Brunei national team. Now based in Australia, he is living with Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia with the diagnosis citing ‘multiple impacts’ from the repeated heading of a football, such was Lyons’ noted bravery and commitment to the cause while playing the game he loved.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a massive episode of the Royal Blue Podcast! Join Chris Beesley, Joe Thomas, Gavin Buckland, and Tony Scott as the team reacts to a historic day in English football—and bids a fond farewell to one of our own. 🚨 MAN CITY GUILTY ON ALL 115 CHARGES Following last week's leaks, a landmark Premier League statement confirmed yesterday (Tuesday, September 29) that an independent panel has officially found Manchester City guilty on all 115 financial charges. The lads break down the sensational ruling, debate what punishments should be handed down—from massive points deductions to expulsion—and analyze what this decision means for Everton and the wider game. 👋 JOE THOMAS' FINAL SHOW It is an emotional show as we say goodbye to Everton FC reporter Joe Thomas, who steps up for his final appearance after 1 year with the company. 💬 LIVE Q&A — ANYTHING GOES! With Joe sitting in the hot seat one last time, get your questions in on the live stream! We're taking your questions on: Life on the road following the Blues, Favourite Everton memories & best behind-the-scenes stories, The toughest moments, wild transfer windows, managers, and iconic players 👍 LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to the Royal Blue channel for all the latest Everton FC news, match reactions, and podcasts! #Everton #EFC #RoyalBlue #PremierLeague #ManCity #ManCityGuilty #EvertonFC #UTFT #COYB Check out the latest live reactions from the panel on the Royal Blue: Man City Found Guilty Discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ECHO’s Everton reporter Chris Beesley is joined by author and Evertonian Nathan O’Hagan for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as the pair talk all things Colin Harvey.  Chris dives into Nathan’s new book Succession about Colin Harvey and his time as Everton manager.  Having written novels The World Is (Not) A Cold Dead Place; Out Of The City and The Last Sane Man On Earth, Nathan has also penned articles about football, culture, current affairs and men’s mental health for The New World; Byline Times; Four Four Two; Men’s Fitness and Metro.  Succession explores an often-overlooked period in Everton’s modern history under arguably the greatest servant the club has ever known. The book offers a sympathetic, clear-eyed account as it tracks the initial enthusiasm surrounding Harvey’s appointment, the weight of expectation and his struggle to replicate the success he helped create as a player and coach. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Succession-Colin-Harvey-Everton-Manager/dp/1836802935 #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Liverpool ECHO reporters Chris Beesley and Joe Thomas on the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they dissect Everton’s 1-0 win over Ipswich Town! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. On Today’s Agenda: Ipswich Town Analysis: Full breakdown of Saturday’s 1-0 victory, assessing the performance, tactical decisions, and key moments from the match. Five Games Unbeaten: How Everton extended their unbeaten Premier League run to five matches heading into the three-week international break. Early Season Verdict: Sitting 7th in the Premier League table on nine points, Chris and Joe deliver their verdict on Everton’s start to the campaign. 💬 HAVE YOUR SAY IN THE COMMENTS: How would you rate Everton’s start to the season? What was your biggest takeaway from the win over Ipswich? 🔔 Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel for daily live shows, press conference reactions, and match coverage. Hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! #EvertonFC #EFC #RoyalBlue #Toffees #PremierLeague #EVEIPS #IpswichTown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ian Croll, Chris Beesley, and Joe Thomas on the latest episode of the Royal Blue podcast as they preview Everton's Premier League home match against Ipswich Town! Fresh off qualifying for the 4th round of the League Cup with a midweek victory over Wolves, Everton remain unbeaten so far this season. Can the Toffees maintain their momentum and carry this impressive form into the three-week international break? The panel breaks down all the key talking points ahead of Saturday afternoon’s kick-off at Hill Dickinson Stadium. On Today's Agenda: Team News & Selection Dilemmas: Who gets the nod after midweek rotation? The lads discuss squad fitness, key selection headaches, and the tactical decisions facing the manager. Stats & Head-to-Head: A look at recent form, past meetings, and where the match could be won or lost. Score Predictions: Ian, Chris, and Joe offer their final score predictions for Saturday's clash. 💬 HAVE YOUR SAY IN THE COMMENTS: Can Everton keep their unbeaten streak alive against Ipswich? What starting XI do you want to see on Saturday? Share your predictions below! 🔔 Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel for daily live shows, press conference reactions, and match coverage. Hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! #EvertonFC #EFC #RoyalBlue #Toffees #PremierLeague #EVEIPS #IpswichTown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ECHO’s Everton reporter Chris Beesley is joined by author and Evertonian Nathan O’Hagan for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as the pair assess the season so far and preview the Blues’ Carabao Cup third round tie at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers.  EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. The West Midlands outfit dumped David Moyes’ men out of the competition at Molineux at the same stage last year but Everton – unbeaten so far this term in five matches – will be looking to gain revenge at Hill Dickinson Stadium.   Also on the agenda is Nathan’s new book Succession about Colin Harvey and his time as Everton manager. Having written novels The World Is (Not) A Cold Dead Place; Out Of The City and The Last Sane Man On Earth, Nathan has also penned articles about football, culture, current affairs and men’s mental health for The New World; Byline Times; Four Four Two; Men’s Fitness and Metro.  Succession explores an often-overlooked period in Everton’s modern history under arguably the greatest servant the club has ever known. The book offers a sympathetic, clear-eyed account as it tracks the initial enthusiasm surrounding Harvey’s appointment, the weight of expectation and his struggle to replicate the success he helped create as a player and coach. ORDER THE BOOK HERE: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Succession-Colin-Harvey-Everton-Manager/dp/1836802935 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ian Croll and Chris Beesley return to the Royal Blue studio to preview Everton’s trip down to London as they take on a winless and goalless Tottenham Hotspur in Saturday’s evening kick-off. Can the Toffees take advantage of Spurs' slow start and head back to Merseyside with three vital points? EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 💬 HAVE YOUR SAY IN THE COMMENTS: What is your score prediction for Saturday night, and what changes would you make to the starting XI? 👍 LIKE this video if you enjoyed the show! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to the Royal Blue Everton FC channel for daily Blues news, podcasts, live reaction, and match analysis. #EvertonFC #EFC #RoyalBlue #Spurs #PremierLeague #TottenhamVsEverton #Toffees Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices