EVERTON V CHELSEA
GOODISON PARK
PREMIER LEAGUE
SATURDAY 7 DECEMBER
KICK OFF: 12.30PM
Everton’s match against Chelsea at Goodison Park on Saturday will see the Club continue its support for Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign, with the Blues celebrating LGBT+ inclusion and highlighting football is a game for everyone.
Stonewall is Britain’s leading charity for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality. Rainbow Laces branding will be on display throughout Goodison Park to help spread this message.
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The annual Rainbow Laces fixture forms part of the Everton’s All Together Now campaign, which celebrates diversity and aims to increase awareness of Club and Everton in the Community's efforts to promote equality.
If you’re interested in finding out more about Everton’s LGBT+ Supporters’ Club, Rainbow Toffees, please contact rainbowtoffeesmerseyside@gmail.com or call Mike Homfray on 07970680483.
As ever, there will be a host of activities taking place across the Fanzone, Matchday Hub and Community Hub ahead of the match.
Here’s our Matchday Guide for anyone heading to the Grand Old Lady this weekend…
FAN ZONE
When is it open?
9.30am - KO.
Who is the star guest?
Former Everton midfielder Lee Carsley will be interviewed on stage and the ex-Republic of Ireland international will provide team news reaction from 2pm. Fans will also hear from Mike Homfray from Rainbow Toffees and Keith Mullen, who composed the song for the Howard's Way film.
Who is performing?
Merseyside musician and former The Voice finalist Deana Walmsley will be on stage.
What are the giveaways?
Win a pair of stadium tour tickets in our picture quiz, 'Higher or Lower' game and ‘Blue v Blue’ quiz.
Anything else?
The food bank will be set up next to the Fan Zone so please bring donations ahead of the game.
THE MATCHDAY HUB
When is it open?
10am – midday.
What is happening?
A games area, face painting, EITC coaching sessions, newspapers and team sheets.
What can I eat?
There is a children’s meal deal offer of chicken nuggets or giant sausage roll with fries and soft drink for £5. The adult meal deal offer is steak and ale pie, chips, peas and gravy, which costs £6.50.
When are the EITC coaching sessions?
5-7 y/o @ 10.30am
8-10 y/o @ 11am
11+ @ 11.30am
THE COMMUNITY HUB
When is it open?
10am - midday.
What is on offer?
Outdoor furniture, TV screens, pre-packed sandwiches, tea, coffee, soft drinks and snacks.
ST LUKE’S CHURCH
When is it open?
10am - KO.
What is on offer?
The EFC Heritage Society is based upstairs at St Luke's Church Hall before every home game. Supporters can enjoy photographic displays relating to the history of our great club and also purchase Everton programmes, books, memorabilia and autographed items from players past and present.
Toffee Art have a great range of artwork, prints, t-shirts and coasters on sale, while The Ruleteros will also be offering souvenirs of the Everton club in Chile. Refreshments will be served as part of the Teas For Fans initiative, while the memorial garden will be open throughout.
THE BLUE BASE
When is it open?
Straight after the full-time whistle.
What is on offer?
The perfect venue for your post-match debrief, The Blue Base is open to all, including children, and offers bar snacks, hot drinks, live sports on TV and a fully licensed bar. All profits generated from The Blue Base go back into Everton in the Community.
