Fresh from scoring his maiden Premier League goal last weekend, Bernard is the cover star of this weekend's official matchday programme for the clash against Arsenal.

The Brazilian gives an exclusive interview and opens up about facing rejection as a child because of his height, living through a war in Ukraine, and the upbringing which has shaped his outlook to live life with a smile.

As ever, there's plenty more in the Everton matchday programme, as Marco Silva outlines the qualities the Toffees need to maintain to continue their impressive form against the Gunners; and Richarlison looks back on life at Goodison so far and how his move has seen his thrive for both the Blues and Brazil.

Everton CEO, Professor Denise Barrett-Baxendale, provides an update on various topics around the Club and community; Mickael Madar is the former player feature as the cult hero striker looks back at his time on Merseyside and reveals his struggles to deal with life away from football; and Leighton Baines selects his dream five-a-side team.

There's also the latest interviews from around the Club including Under-23s defender Lewis Gibson, Under-18s boss Paul Tait and Ladies manager Willie Kirk - plus, much, more more.

The Everton matchday programme, priced at £3.50, will be on sale around Goodison Park and at various city centre outlets.

It will also be available from the Everton One and Everton Two megastores. Click here to order online.