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.

  1. 12H AGO

    Newcastle 2-3 Everton | Post-Match Reaction

    EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Join Joe Thomas & Chris Beesley for the Royal Blue post-match show following Everton’s match against Newcastle United. 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

    44 min

  2. 2D AGO

    David Moyes Press Conference Reaction & Newcastle vs Everton Predictions

    Welcome to the latest 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 With a trip to the North East on the horizon, Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland sit down to preview Everton’s upcoming clash against Newcastle United at St James’ Park. After a frustrating narrow defeat to Manchester United at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, the Blues are looking to rediscover their clinical away form against Eddie Howe’s Magpies. On Today’s Show: David Moyes held his pre-match press conference this morning. The lads "pick the bones" out of the manager's comments, discussing the latest team news—including the return of Jake O’Brien from suspension and the ongoing absence of Jack Grealish. Selection Dilemmas: Ian and Gavin dive into the usual team selection debate. Does Moyes stick with the side that showed "signs of progress" on Monday, or is it time for a tactical shake-up to handle Newcastle’s high intensity? The Long-Term Future: With the Blues currently sitting 9th in the table but enduring a winless run at the new stadium, the guys discuss the long-term future of David Moyes. Is he the man to lead Everton into a consistent European charge? Predictions: We wrap up with our score predictions. Can the Toffees replicate last season's final-day heroics at St James’ Park? 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

    1h 6m

  3. 4D AGO

    Everton SEVEN home games without a win!

    Royal Blue: Everton’s home form frustrations continue EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee A frustrating night under the lights at the Hill Dickinson Stadium saw Everton fall to a narrow 1-0 defeat against Manchester United. Despite a spirited display, Benjamin Šeško’s second-half strike was enough to condemn the Blues to their seventh consecutive home game without a win—an alarming trend that is threatening to derail a promising campaign. Host Ian Croll is joined by Chris Beesley to pick through the bones of another difficult outing on the waterfront. While the Toffees remarkably remain in 9th place and firmly in the hunt for European qualification, the mood among the Goodison faithful—now settled into their new home—is beginning to sour. Watch or listen to the full episode for the definitive word on all things Everton. 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

    1h 5m

  4. 5D AGO

    Everton 0-1 Manchester United | Post-Match Reaction

    Royal Blue: Everton vs Manchester United Post-match Reaction EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Join Ian Croll & Tony Scott for the Royal Blue post-match show following Everton’s match against Manchester United. 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

    40 min

  5. FEB 20

    The Everton Right-Back Decision! WHO REPLACES JAKE O'BRIEN against United?

    Royal Blue: Everton vs Manchester United Preview EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Join Ian Croll, Chris Beesley and Gavin Buckland for the latest Royal Blue Podcast as they look ahead to a massive Monday night under the lights at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Everton prepare to welcome Manchester United, but David Moyes has a significant defensive puzzle to solve. With Jake O’Brien serving a suspension following his red card against Bournemouth, the panel discusses how the Blues will reshuffle the backline. In this episode, we discuss the right-back conundrum: Who steps in for O'Brien? Is it time for Nathan Patterson to shine, or will James Garner be asked to fill the gap? Stadium Atmosphere: How the new home surroundings can tip the scale in a crucial Premier League clash. Tactical Battles: How Moyes will look to outmaneuver United’s setup. Scoreline Predictions: The lads give their definitive verdicts and "gut feelings" ahead of kick-off. 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

    1h 20m

  6. FEB 19

    Can Everton FINALLY Win at Home? | Everton vs Man Utd Preview

    View from the Opposition: Everton vs. Manchester United EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee It’s a massive Monday Night Football clash at the Hill Dickinson Stadium as Everton look to bounce back from a string of frustrating home results. Host Ian Croll is joined by the Manchester Evening News’ United Reporter, Steven Railston, to provide the inside track on a Manchester United side transformed under interim boss Michael Carrick. With United firmly back in the Champions League conversation following an unbeaten start to the "Carrick Era," the stakes couldn't be higher. Meanwhile, David Moyes' Everton side find themselves in a peculiar position: boasting one of the best away records in the league but struggling to find their rhythm on the banks of the Mersey. On the Agenda? The Carrick Effect: How has the interim manager steadied the ship at Old Trafford, and what tactical shifts have fueled United's rise into the Top 4? Home Comforts vs. Away Heroics: We analyze Everton’s struggle for consistency at the new Hill Dickinson Stadium compared to their clinical form on the road. The European Race: Can the Blues reignite their hunt for a European spot, or will United’s momentum prove too much under the lights? Key Battles: From the return of Jarrad Branthwaite to United’s attacking threats, where will this game be won and lost? 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

    38 min

  7. FEB 18

    Moyes’ home form headache: Are his tactics failing at Hill Dickinson Stadium?

    Everton’s Home vs. Away Divide: The Statistical Truth EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Everton are seemingly a different  beast away from home compared to at the waterfront. In this episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, Ian Croll and Chris Beesley dig deep into the numbers to solve the mystery of Everton’s fluctuating form. Key numbers explained: https://tinyurl.com/ChrisBeesleyArticle180226 With the move to the brand-new Hill Dickinson Stadium, expectations were high for a fortress-like atmosphere, but the statistics tell a more complex story. Using Comparisonator’s MyTeam2MyTeam tool, Ian and Chris conduct a forensic examination of the last five Premier League fixtures. They strip away the emotion to compare Everton’s home figures directly against their away performances from the same block of games. Ian and Chris take a look at the key performance indicators (KPIs) where Everton excel on the road but struggle at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Tactical Shifts: Are David Moyes’ side playing a different style of football in front of the home crowd? Using Comparisonator Analysis and the MyTeam2MyTeam tool, the pair highlight the percentage differences in defensive solidity, chance creation, and clinical finishing between home and away matches. Whether it's a lack of "clinical edge" at home or a more resilient defensive shape on the road, the lads break down exactly what the data says about Everton’s current identity. 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 3m

  8. FEB 16

    Everton, Addiction & TV Success | TV Legend | The Jimmy Mulville Story

    Royal Blue Podcast: The Jimmy Mulville Interview: "I’ve Had Tragedy & Triumph" | TV Legend on Addiction, Success & Everton 🔵 EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee In this special edition of the Royal Blue podcast, the Liverpool Echo’s Everton FC Correspondent Joe Thomas sits down with a true titan of the British television industry and a lifelong Blue: Jimmy Mulville. The Hat Trick Productions Owner and Managing Director opens up like never before, taking us on a journey through the "tragedy and triumph" of a life lived at full throttle. Jimmy shares fascinating, never-before-heard tales from his decades following the Toffees, while offering a raw and honest look at his personal battles with loss and addiction. From Walton to West End: Jimmy discusses his rise to the top of the TV world and the grit it took to build an empire.The Moyes Era & Beyond: Insightful reflections on David Moyes, the "People's Club" identity, and the potential of a return. A New Horizon: Jimmy shares his excitement (and nostalgia) with the club Now firmly homed at Hill Dickinson Stadium - the world-class waterfront arena. Personal Reflections: A moving account of how his love for Everton remained a constant through his hardest personal trials. Whether you're looking for a deep dive into Everton’s history or an inspiring story of personal resilience, this is an interview you cannot afford to miss. 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

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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.

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