Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast

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Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO, including our main Royal Blue show with Ian Croll, Joe Thomas, Chris Beesley, Connor O'Neill, Gavin Buckland, Paul Wheelock, Matt Jones & Tony Scott.

1h ago

Pickford's World Cup Heroics! 👑 | Tim Iroegbunam Sale Dilemma? 🤔 | Tyrique George Transfer Latest! 🔵

Welcome back to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. In today's episode, your host Chris Beesley is joined by Joe Thomas to break down a massive week of news for the Toffees, both on the international stage and in the summer transfer market. On the Agenda: 🧤 Jordan Pickford’s England Heroics: The Everton and England No.1 has done it again! Following a breathless, historic 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, national pundits find themselves in complete agreement over Pickford's masterful performance. We react to his crucial saves, unmatched leadership with 10 men, and why he continues to silence his critics on the world stage. 💼 The Tim Iroegbunam Dilemma: Rumours are swirling regarding the future of midfielder Tim Iroegbunam. With interest building, Chris and Joe debate the big question: Does a permanent sale make sense for both the player and the club right now? We weigh up the financial benefits versus squad depth under David Moyes ahead of the new Premier League campaign. ✍️ Tyrique George Transfer Inbound: Everton's summer business is rapidly ramping up! With a deal agreed with Chelsea, England Under-21 international winger Tyrique George is expected to complete his move to the Hill Dickinson Stadium this week. What will the exciting youngster bring to the Blues' attack, and who should be the next priority through the door? Have your say in the comments below! 👇 🔹 Is Jordan Pickford the best goalkeeper in England's history? 🔹 Should Everton cash in on Tim Iroegbunam? 🔹 How excited are you for Tyrique George? Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the Royal Blue Podcast! 📲 #Everton #EFC #Pickford #TransferNews #TyriqueGeorge #PremierLeague #RoyalBlue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

46 min
3d ago

Why Hayden Hackney Is The PERFECT Midfielder For Everton! 🔄

Everton have completed the signing of Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough for an undisclosed fee. 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 Teesside Live's Middlesbrough reporter, Craig Johns, to get the absolute lowdown on Everton’s new midfielder, Hayden Hackney. With Hackney officially an Everton player, we bring in the expert insight to find out exactly what Evertonians can expect from their potential new signing. On the agenda: ⚽ What type of player is he? Craig breaks down Hackney’s key attributes, his playing style, and what makes him such a highly-rated talent. 📋 Where will he play? We look at how he fits into David Moyes’ system and the exact position where he is best suited to thrive. 🔮 Will he be a success? Can the 24-year-old make the step up to the Premier League and become a mainstay in the Everton midfield? 💔 The Boro perspective: Just how disappointed is Craig—and the Middlesbrough fanbase—to see one of their star academy graduates leave Riverside? Get the inside track on Everton's major summer transfer business right here! Watch, listen, and drop your thoughts in the comments below! 👇 Is Hayden Hackney the perfect profile for Everton's midfield? How excited are you for this signing? Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of the Royal Blue Podcast! #Everton #EFC #HaydenHackney #Middlesbrough #Boro #TransferNews #PremierLeague #SeanDyche #RoyalBlue #Toffees Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

34 min
5d ago

Everton Advance On Two Major Transfers & Lock In NEW Shirt Sponsor Deal!

Welcome back to the Royal Blue Podcast! 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 is joined by Gavin Buckland to dissect an incredibly busy week of news surrounding Everton Football Club, covering everything from massive commercial updates to crucial transfer market movements. Here is what’s on the agenda for today's show: ⚽ New Shirt Sponsor Agreed: Everton have locked in a new front-of-shirt sponsorship deal just ahead of the highly anticipated launch of the new home kit. We discuss the financial boost and what it means for the club's commercial growth. 👀 Tyrique George Talks: The Blues are in active discussions with Chelsea over a potential move for highly-rated young talent Tyrique George. Could he be the next exciting addition to David Moyes’ squad? ✍️ Hayden Hackney Deal Edging Closer: Everton are closing in on a deal for Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney after a fee was successfully agreed. Gavin and Ian break down what the midfielder would bring to the engine room at Hill Dickinson. 📊 UEFA Fines & PSR Implications: Aston Villa, Chelsea, Newcastle United, and Nottingham Forest have all been hit with fines by UEFA for breaching financial sustainability regulations. We look at the wider football landscape and ask the big question: What exactly does this mean for Everton? Get involved in the comments below! What are your thoughts on the Hackney and George links? Let us know! 👍 Like this video, subscribe to the channel, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Royal Blue! #Everton #EFC #RoyalBlue #PremierLeague #Toffees #HaydenHackney #TyriqueGeorge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 19m
Jun 29

David Moyes linked with Scotland job! Officially the bookies' favorite!

Welcome back to another episode of the Royal Blue Podcast! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Following Steve Clarke's departure after Scotland’s exit from the World Cup, the bookies have officially installed Everton manager David Moyes as one of the clear frontrunners to take over the Scotland National Team job. Host Ian Croll is joined by Paul Wheelock and Connor O’Neill to break down what this means for the Toffees. Could Moyes genuinely be tempted by international management with his home country, or is he fully committed to building the future at Hill Dickinson under The Friedkin Group? The lads discuss: The Bookies' Odds: Is there real substance to the Scotland links, or is this just standard speculation? TFG & Moyes' Future: Where does Moyes stand with the hierarchy, and would a sudden managerial vacancy completely disrupt Everton's summer plans? Fan Reaction: How would Evertonians feel if Moyes walked away right now? Have your say in the comments section below! 👇 Should Everton be worried about losing Moyes to Scotland, or is this just paper talk? ### 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO ROYAL BLUE: * *YouTube:* Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC Channel for daily live shows and videos: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav * *Apple Podcasts:* https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E * *Spotify:* https://bit.ly/47xwdnY ### 📰 VISIT THE LIVERPOOL ECHO: For all the latest breaking Everton news, transfer updates, and match analysis, head over to: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc #Everton #EFC #David Moyes #ScotlandNT #RoyalBlue #PremierLeague #Toffees Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 6m
Jun 26

Hayden Hackney Hold Up? The £25m Tyrique George Decision! Iroegbunam’s Future in Doubt?

Welcome back to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube channel! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee In today’s episode, Chris Beesley, Joe Thomas, and Gavin Buckland sit down to dissect a massive week of off-field strategy and transfer negotiations as the Blues reshape the squad for the upcoming campaign. On the Agenda: The Hayden Hackney Saga Dragging On ⏳ Everton are ready to up their bid closer to Middlesbrough's £20million+ valuation for the Championship Player of the Season. The lads break down the latest news on the 24-year-old midfielder, his desire to move to Merseyside, and how a late hijack attempt from Crystal Palace is forcing the club's hand. Tim Iroegbunam’s Future in Doubt? 🔁 Tim Iroegbunam has been heavily linked with a move away from the club. With newly promoted Hull City reportedly willing to match Everton’s £20million asking price, the panel debates whether cashing in on the young midfielder makes sense. Passing on Tyrique George’s £25m Clause ❌ Everton have officially decided not to activate the £25million permanent purchase option for Chelsea loanee Tyrique George. Why did David Moyes barely utilize the 20-year-old winger during his short loan spell, and what is the strategic thinking behind letting the clause expire? We discuss why the club hasn't entirely closed the door on George, and how they might try to negotiate a cheaper deal or a second loan structure. 💬 HAVE YOUR SAY: Should Everton pay the £20m+ fee to finally land Hayden Hackney? And would you sell Tim Iroegbunam to fund other incoming transfers? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below! If you enjoyed the video, make sure to give it a LIKE, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Royal Blue! 🔵🔊 #Everton #EFC #TransferNews #HaydenHackney #TyriqueGeorge #TimIroegbunam #RoyalBlue Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 7m
Jun 24

Should Everton Fans Be Concerned By Lack of Transfers?

The summer transfer window is officially open, but things are moving a little too quietly for comfort at Finch Farm. Should Evertonians be hitting the panic button already, or is it simply a case of trusting the process? 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 is joined by Connor O’Neil and Connor Williams to unpack a frustratingly quiet start to the summer. The team delivers a balanced, clear-eyed discussion on whether the current lack of transfer activity and slow momentum is a cause for genuine concern, or if the club is just playing a calculated long game in a difficult market.Are you worried about the lack of transfer movement, or do you have faith that the right deals will get done before the window slams shut? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Don't forget to LIKE this video, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Royal Blue! 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

1h 4m
Jun 22

David Moyes Sparks Backlash Over Everton Ambitions & Bournemouth/Brentford Comparison!

Welcome back to the Royal Blue podcast! 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 is joined by the Liverpool Echo's Everton reporters Chris Beesley and Joe Thomas to dissect the major talking points surrounding the Blues as the Premier League fixtures drop and pre-season preparations loom. The main item on today's agenda is manager David Moyes’ controversial interview on talkSPORT. Speaking on Jim White’s show, Moyes caused an immediate stir among the fan base when asked about Everton’s aims and ambitions for the upcoming campaign. Moyes remarked:“I don’t know if a club like Everton now we can make big, huge strides but we see how well the likes of Bournemouth and Brentford are doing, so there’s no reason why we all shouldn’t have those ambitions to try and at least match those clubs and how they go about it. But I would have to say that at Everton we are trying to be back up at the top end of the teams that we can. For long periods of last season we were, we just didn’t quite have enough in the last four or five weeks of the season.” Unsurprisingly, these comments have not gone down well with many Evertonians. The panel debates whether Moyes is merely injecting a dose of harsh realism regarding the club's current recruitment model, or if he is guilty of deliberately managing expectations downwards. Furthermore, we address the frustration of fans who feel that comparing a historic giant like Everton to historically smaller clubs like Bournemouth and Brentford shows a glaring lack of elite ambition. Don't forget to LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to the Royal Blue YouTube channel for daily Everton FC news, analysis, and match reaction. #Everton #EFC #DavidMoyes #RoyalBlue #PremierLeague #Toffees #Bournemouth #Brentford 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

1h 5m
Jun 19

2026/27 Fixtures Released & Thierno Barry to RB Leipzig?

Welcome back to the Royal Blue YouTube channel! 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 and Chris Beesley react to a massive day of news for Everton Football Club. The official 2026/27 Premier League fixtures have finally dropped, and the lads are here to break down the schedule. We look at the opening weekend, the dreaded festive period, the Merseyside derby dates, and the crucial run-in at the end of the season. How does the calendar shape up for the Blues? But that's not all—the summer transfer window is officially kicking into gear. Reports are circulating that Bundesliga side RB Leipzig have made contact with Everton and enquired about forward Thierno Barry. We discuss what this interest means, whether the club should consider selling, and how much a potential deal would need to look like to tempt Everton into business. 💬 Have your say: What do you think of Everton's fixture list for the new season? And would you sell Thierno Barry if RB Leipzig come in with a big offer? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! 👇 #Everton #EFC #PremierLeague #FixturesDay #ThiernoBarry #RBLeipzig #RoyalBlue #Toffees 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

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4.6

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86 Ratings

Easy fix with your audio

Feb 24

brofughan

Please please speak directly into your microphone or turn up the dialogue audio. It’s hard because I can’t hear it so I dial up the volume and then when the commercials come on, it’s blasting loud. Should be an easy fix.
Everton Go To

06/15/2025

Toffee Justin

My top Everton podcast that I listen to! Keep up the good work lads! 5 stars!
One man show

12/17/2024

JCornell

Enjoyed Joe Thomas’s “one man show” today, keep up the good work boys!
Best Blues Pod Out There

07/28/2022

rivanowski

I tried all the Everton pods under the sun. There’s a few others that are alright, but this is the cream of the crop. Love listening to every episode. Really makes me feel like part of the community even though I live far away. Thanks for all the great work!

Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO, including our main Royal Blue show with Ian Croll, Joe Thomas, Chris Beesley, Connor O'Neill, Gavin Buckland, Paul Wheelock, Matt Jones & Tony Scott.