Please see below key information for supporters attending Saturday’s fixture against Burnley at Goodison Park (KO 3pm).
EVERTON BACKS NO ROOM FOR RACISM
Everton’s game against Burnley, along with all Premier League fixtures taking place between 6-15 April, is dedicated to supporting No Room For Racism.
Players will take the knee ahead of kick-off and No Room For Racism messaging will be visible on pitch and on the big screens.
Everton Football Club has a strict, zero tolerance approach to all incidents of racism and discrimination and we urge anyone to report these, either by speaking to a Club steward or police officer, or by using our dedicated confidential reporting lines. Supporters can report all incidents of discrimination 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.
Everyone has a role to play to ensure football is inclusive for all. Together, we can make it clear there is no room for racism.
AROUND THE GROUND
IN THE FAN ZONE
The Fan Zone will be open at the Park End of Goodison Park from 12pm.
There will be a performance on stage from The Jjohns, while the live show, commencing at 1.15pm, will be hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside's Giulia Bould.
Melanie Harvey, the daughter of Everton Giant Colin Harvey, will appear on stage shortly after 1.30pm to talk about a Kiltwalk that will be starting at Alder Hey and finishing at Goodison - all in aid of Alder Hey Children's Charity, My Name’5 Doddie Foundation and Tartan Army Sunshine Appeal.
Merseyside Tartan Army, who have organised the kiltwalk, will also be conducting a bucket collection on the day, so please look out for their volunteers around the ground ahead of kick-off.
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.
TRY THE PARK END KITCHEN AND HOMEBAKED BAKERY!
Why not warm up for the match with a hot fresh meal from our Park End Kitchen?
The distinctive Royal Blue-branded food outlet, which was established following discussions with the Fans’ Forum, can be found in the Fan Zone behind the Sir Philip Carter Park Stand.
It serves a range of tasty dishes that differ from your traditional football stadium food offering, including Salt ‘n’ Pepper Fries topped with peppers, red onion and coriander, and a Katsu Chicken Curry.
Burger lovers are well catered for and can choose from a classic or gourmet chicken burger, while vegan supporters can enjoy a burger consisting of a quorn buttermilk pattie topped with mild cheese and served with a tomato relish.
Also in the Fan Zone, the Homebaked Bakery offers fans the chance to sample the famous Homebaked Scouse Pie, the award-winning Vegan Scouse Pie, as well as Everton-themed pies The Blue (Steak & Stilton) and The Trinity Pie, in honour of Howard Kendall, Colin Harvey and Alan Ball.
HERITAGE SOCIETY @ ST LUKE’S
The Heritage Society’s matchday exhibition will be open upstairs in St Luke’s Church from 12pm.
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.
DROP IN AND TALK TO THE FAN ADVISORY BOARD
Supporters can meet and chat with members of Everton’s Fan Advisory Board (FAB) upstairs in St Luke’s Church ahead of this fixture.
The drop-in sessions give Blues an opportunity to learn more about the FAB’s work, talk about anything Everton related, and/or pass on any issues or feedback you would like them to raise with Club representatives.
FAB members will be in attendance from around 12.30pm and no appointment is needed.
If you’d like to contact the FAB outside of a matchday, you can do so by emailing FAB@EFC-FanAdvisoryBoard.com
GANA AND TARKOWSKI FEATURE IN PACKED MATCHDAY PROGRAMME
Pick up Saturday's matchday programme to read an exclusive interview with Idrissa Gana Gueye on his deep love of Everton, how he is using his experience to help the team during the season's run-in, and what it is like to observe Ramadan as a professional footballer.
There's also the usual pre-match thoughts of manager Sean Dyche and Club captain Seamus Coleman, James Tarkowski answers fans' questions, and Blues and Burnley hero Martin Dobson gives us his combined six-a-side team.
Former Everton teammates John Ruddy and Lukas Jutkiewicz discuss being reunited at Birmingham City, Under-21s stopper Harry Tyrer reflects on lifting the National League trophy with Chesterfield, and in-form Coby Ebere discusses his goalscoring exploits for our Under-18s.
You can also find out more about Youssef Chermiti in Playerlist, Ashley Young is the subject of our Takeover feature, and young Blues can learn all about the career of Everton Giant TG Jones.
Our official matchday programme can be purchased from sellers located in and outside of Goodison Park or online here.
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 includes 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.
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 day 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 halftime.
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.
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.
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.
