Everton: About
Overview of Everton club
Everton is a club that doesn't need loud advertising. Its history, atmosphere and traditions speak for themselves. Founded in 1878 in Liverpool, it is one of the oldest and most stable clubs in England.
The Toffees, as the fans affectionately call them, have won the National Championship nine times, have several FA Cups and an unshakable reputation as a club with character.
"Everton is about loyalty, endurance and true football soul."
Everton history
The history of Everton began in one of the churches in the Liverpool area - just like many English teams of the 19th century. But this club quickly went beyond amateur hobby. Already in 1888 Everton became one of the founders of the English Football League.
The first championship came in 1891, and since then the club has not disappeared from the map of serious football. In different periods, the team experienced ups and downs, but never lost its identity. An important moment in history was the appearance of Goodison Park — a stadium that became the real symbol of the club.
In the 60s Everton won the championship and played in the European Cups, and in the 80s under the leadership of Howard Kendall the team became one of the best in Europe. Victory in the 1985 Cup Winners' Cup is proof of that.
"Back then the squad was strong: Trevor Stephen, Peter Reid, Graham Sharpe and of course the legendary goalkeeper Neville Southall."
In the 90s and 2000s the team fought more for a place in the Premier League than for titles. But at the same time Everton remained a serious club — not loud, but strong. With the arrival of David Moyes in 2002, the team stabilized, played in European Cups and showed good football.
Today Everton is going through difficult times — financial difficulties, reconstruction, new stadium. But the club doesn't lose face. And as long as there are real fans in the stands, the team has a future.
Everton stadium
Goodison Park is more than a place for football. This is home. Opened in 1892, it was one of the first stadiums in England built specifically for football. Located in the very heart of Liverpool, it holds a little more than 39 thousand spectators, but the atmosphere here is like in a stadium twice the size.
Goodison is a stadium where every scream, every kick of the ball can be heard. The stands are so close to the field that it seems as if the players hear every word from the fan section.
"On derby days with Liverpool, the energy literally turns the stadium inside out."
In the coming years Everton will move to a new arena - Bramley Moor Dock. This is a modern stadium with more than 52 thousand seats. But the fans are already saying: We will never forget Goodison. Because this is the place where they grew up with the club.
Everton achievements
Everton have an impressive collection of titles, even if they haven't been updated in recent years:
- Nine times the club won the England Championship — the last time in 1987.
- Five times the team won the FA Cup — in 1906, 1933, 1966, 1984 and 1995.
- There are also two Super Bowls and a Football League Cup Final.
- Greatest achievement in Europe — winning the 1985 Cup Winners' Cup. It was the same year that the team put together a perfect line-up and beat opponents with scores that left no questions.
"Although there were no trophies in the 21st century, Everton regularly qualified for European Cups, played in the Europa League, and fought for the top 6."
It's a club that's always there, even when it's overlooked.
Everton famous players
Neville Southall is a goalkeeper who is remembered not only for saves, but also for charisma. He is the face of the 80s team.
Dixie Dean. This name is familiar even to those who have never seen it in action. He scored 60 goals in a season — a record that still hasn't been broken.
Dedicated hearts of the club — Tim Cagill, Leighton Baines, Tony Hibbert. They were never superstars, but they became themselves to thousands of people.
And also — Rooney, who started here. It was from Everton that he broke into big football. His debut goal against Arsenal is already a classic.
"Today, the new generation is looking for itself. But in every new player, the fans see a potential hero. Because at Everton, they don't believe in names, but in people."
Everton interesting facts
Everton is the club that has played the most seasons in England's top division. It's about stability. Even without regular trophies, the club was always in the elite.
Another point of interest — it was Everton that was Liverpool's first club, and later some of its management left and created Liverpool FC.
"So the Merseyside derby isn't just a match. It's a family rivalry that started at the same address."
It is worth noting that Everton continues to maintain its identity despite all the challenges of modern football. Will the club be able to return championship traditions? One thing is certain - the spirit of Goodison Park and the loyalty of the fans make Everton a special place where traditions are alive and character of the team is passed down from generation to generation. This is a club that proves that true strength lies in consistency and loyalty to its principles, even when times call for change.
