Supporter Information: Everton v Crystal Palace
Please see below key information for supporters attending Monday’s fixture against Crystal Palace at Goodison Park (KO 8pm GMT).
CELEBRATE EVERTON IN THE COMMUNITY’S BIRTHDAY
Everton in the Community will celebrate its 36th birthday at Monday evening’s fixture and is calling on Evertonians to ‘Be Sound, Bring A Pound’ and support them in their fundraising efforts.
Staff and volunteers will be out in force, armed with buckets and asking fans to spare £1 as the charity aims to raise £40,000 on the night to represent the capacity of Goodison Park.
Monies raised will be channeled into developing Everton in the Community’s life-changing work in L4 and beyond.
The charity – which has supported tens of thousands of individuals through 60+ programmes and initiatives over the last 12 months – is also offering supporters not attending Monday night’s game the chance to show their support by donating online.
To read more about the ‘Be Sound, Bring A Pound’ campaign, click here.
In addition to Everton in the Community’s birthday celebrations, all fixtures between 17-26 February will highlight the 'More Than A Game' campaign. Branding and content around the fixture will show how the Premier League’s investment into all levels of football and funding for club community programmes positively impacts the lives of millions.
IN THE FAN ZONE
The Fan Zone will be open at the Park End of Goodison Park from 5pm and host a special appearance from mixed martial artist Molly McCann. The Liverpool-born 33-year-old is a staunch Evertonian and former Cage Warriors Flyweight Champion. She currently competes in the women's strawweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
She's expected to appear on stage at 6.40pm, while the evening's show, hosted by Giulia Bould, will include a performance on stage from Megan Wyn and commence at 6.20pm.
Catering units will be on-site with hot and cold refreshments, while the Fan Zone also boasts a large, covered seating area where supporters can seek refuge should any inclement weather set in!
Please note: No pyrotechnics (smoke cannisters or flares) will be allowed in the Fan Zone.
MATCHDAY PROGRAMME
The Club’s official matchday programme can be purchased from sellers located in and outside of Goodison Park and is priced at £4.
Ben Godfrey stars as this week’s feature interview and supporters can also hear from manager Sean Dyche, captain Seamus Coleman and read our Q&A with Ashley Young.
Elsewhere, Nigel Martyn is the subject of ‘6-a-side', there’s an interview with now-Bayern Munich defender Eric Dier on his spell at Everton as a teenager, Andy Lonergan reveals his ideal playlist, and young Blues can learn more about the notable career of Blues giant Sam Chedgzoy.
GET YOUR MESSAGE ON GOODISON’S BIG SCREENS
Whether you’re visiting Goodison for the first time or are a regular attendee, you could make your night that extra bit special by using #EFCMatchday.
Simply post a message on social media using that hashtag and it could be shared on the screens inside the stadium and in the Fan Zone before kick-off, or at half-time.
For more information on how to get your message on screen, please click here.
*Please note - messages are moderated and not all messages posted using the hashtag can be shown.
HERITAGE SOCIETY @ ST LUKE’S
The Heritage Society’s matchday exhibition will be open upstairs at St Luke’s Church from 5pm.
Take your chance to see rare Everton photographs and memorabilia and check out the various stalls selling t-shirts, prints, books, crafts and matchday programmes from down the years.
SUPPORTERS’ CODE OF CONDUCT / REPORTING DISCRIMINATION / SAFEGUARDING
Everton Football Club has a strict, zero tolerance approach to all incidents of discrimination and disorder.
We remind supporters that all perpetrators of public order offences, which include racist or discriminatory behaviour, pitch encroachment and the throwing of objects and/or the use of any form of pyrotechnics (including smoke grenades, smoke bombs/canisters and flares) will receive lengthy stadium bans, potential police investigation and further possible legal sanctions.
Flags must not contain anything considered to be offensive, discriminatory, or inflammatory, including politically motivated or nationalistic messaging. In line with Premier League guidance, supporters are advised that Israeli or Palestinian flags will not be permitted to be displayed at Premier League fixtures for the foreseeable future.
The Club has reaffirmed its commitment to football’s collective stance in tackling anti-social and criminal behaviour at matches and is required to work with the authorities to identify any individuals who take part in unacceptable behaviour.
If you witness any form of unsavoury or anti-social behaviour, harassment, or discrimination at a match, please report it.
This can be done by speaking to a Club steward or a police officer or using Everton’s dedicated confidential reporting lines. Supporters can report any incidents to the Stadium Safety Team immediately by texting HELP and details of what has been witnessed and where to 84300, or by emailing reportit@evertonfc.com.
Please note, the Club has increased the age of minors needing adult supervision to 14. ALL fans under 14 should, therefore, be accompanied by an adult.
SUPPORTER NOTICE – SIR PHILIP CARTER PARK STAND
The Club and Everton Disabled Supporters’ Association would like to politely remind all supporters located in the Sir Philip Carter Park Stand not to persistently stand or block the front of the stand during the warm-up or at half-time.
Please take into consideration that disabled supporters located in this area need to move freely along this section and for their view not to be impeded during pre-match and half-time activities.
Supporters are advised to use the Park End concourse and stairways as their route to their seat and only use the front of the stand in an emergency or if advised to by a member of the stewarding team.
Thank you.
HEAD TO THE BLUE BASE BEFORE AND AFTER THE GAME
The Blue Base will be open for pre-and post-match food and drink.
The hub, on nearby Salop Street, features a fully licensed bar offering competitive prices, alongside a high-quality matchday food menu that includes vegetarian alternatives.
With four giant TV screens and a projector, and children welcome, the Blue Base is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed matchday atmosphere.
What’s more, all proceeds go directly to helping the Club’s official charity, Everton in the Community!
MATCHDAY BUNDLE OFFER
Our official catering partner, Sodexo, have the below offers, available from gates opening:
- Buy one pint/bottle of Carling lager and receive your second half price
- Buy a standard pie and receive a free hot drink
- Family Enclosure only: Buy a sausage roll and receive a free hot drink or bottle of water
Note: This offer is available up until 30 minutes after the gates open
CASHLESS EXPERIENCE AT GOODISON PARK
Please be advised that Goodison Park is a cashless stadium – contactless and/or chip and pin payments are required in all areas.
DONATE TO FANS SUPPORTING FOODBANKS
Fans Supporting Foodbanks and their unmissable purple vehicle will be in the Fan Zone all season on matchdays. They will be accessible from Goodison Road.
Match attending Blues are encouraged to donate non-perishable goods and a variety of dry products, such as rice or pasta, tinned foods (including tomatoes and tuna) or non-perishable packets such as breakfast cereals, biscuits, long life milk, coffee, tea, fruit juice, sugar, and snack bars.
Toiletries and children’s nappies are also gratefully received.
Click here to learn more about the work of Fans Supporting Foodbanks.
MATCHDAY TRAVEL
Please be advised to check all travel routes prior to travelling to the game due to any unforeseen travel circumstances.
For local traffic updates, visit merseytravel.gov.uk or @merseytravel on social media platforms.
Stagecoach’s dedicated matchday 919 and Soccerbus services will be in operation for the 2023/24 season. The 919 service operates to and from Liverpool city centre direct to Goodison Park, while the Soccerbus, operating to and from Sandhills Train Station, will commence two hours before kick-off and resume 10 minutes after the final whistle from Walton Lane. Full details can be found here.
The closest train station, operated by Merseyrail, is Kirkdale on the Northern Line, which is approximately one mile from Goodison Park.
