Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast
1,032 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 76 ratingsEverton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO, including our main Royal Blue show with Joe Thomas, Chris Beesley, Connor O'Neill, Paul Wheelock, Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland.
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Royal Blue: Record kit deal with Hummel announced | 1995 FA Cup win and how Everton return to the top table
May 20, 2020 14:45 - 29 minutesIt's all about the past, present and future on today's Royal Blue podcast. On the anniversary of Everton's 1995 FA Cup win, we ask why supporters are conflicted by the date and the panel discuss what has got to happen to bring silverware back to Goodison. Host Phil Kirkbride opens the podcast by talking about the day's breaking news, that Everton have struck a club-record kit deal with hummel to supply the club ahead of next season. Dave Prentice, Adam Jones and Sam Carroll shares their hopes...
Royal Blue: European Cup Winners' Cup win remembered | Latest on Premier League return
May 15, 2020 15:23 - 37 minutesThe Royal Blue Podcast returns - from home - to discuss the latest talking points surrounding Everton and the return of Premier League football. Host Sam Carroll is joined by Adam Jones and Dave Prentice as the trio dissect European Cup Winners' Cup glory, the latest government comments about the Premier League and talented prospects coming through the ranks at Goodison Park. Everton lifted the Cup Winners' Cup 35 years ago on Friday and Prentice delivers his memories of the victory over Rapi...
Royal Blue: The big Premier League question and what Everton should do with Niasee, Martina and Stekelenburg
May 12, 2020 15:21 - 34 minutesThe government has given the Premier League the green light to restart the season in June but the big question that kicks off this latest episode of the Royal Blue podcast is: should we be even talking about playing football again? Host Phil Kirkbride, Adam Jones and Chris Beesley also discuss the issues of playing out the campaign at neutral venues, and what will happen if or, in more likelihood, when a player gets tested positive for coronavirus once the action resumes. And what should Ever...
Royal Blue: Joe Royle, the FA Cup, Kendall's second return and another last-day survival
April 28, 2020 14:32 - 1 hourThe second part of our 1990s special begins with the appointment of Joe Royle as Everton manager. His impact was immediate, and lasting, as he kept the Blues up and then won the FA Cup. Everton would just miss out on qualifying for Europe the following season as a revamped squad, with Andrei Kanchelskis scoring 16 times in the league, looking like they would revive the club's fortunes. But the 1990s would prove a troublesome decade for the club and as the team's form dipped, a meeting betwee...
Royal Blue: Everton in 1990s, Kendall's return, his resignation, Mike Walker and survival on the final day
April 24, 2020 13:28 - 1 hourOur latest Royal Blue podcast special sees us tackle the 1990s at Everton. In part one of our look at the decade, host Phil Kirkbride is joined by Dave Prentice and Gav Buckland to look at the birth of a new decade, right up until the sacking of Mike Walker. As with our 80s specials, Prentice and Buckland provide wonderful insight, commentary and knowledge about a turbulent period of the Blues' history. This first part of the 90s would, eventually, pave the way for Joe Royle to lead the club ...
Royal Blue: The fall of Marco Silva at Everton and the next steps for Jean Philippe-Gbamin
April 22, 2020 16:03 - 39 minutesThe Royal Blue Podcast returns on lockdown to discuss the fall of Marco Silva at Everton and the loss of Idrissa Gana Gueye as well as the next steps for Jean-Philippe Gbamin. Host Phil Kirkbride is joined by Adam Jones, Dave Prentice and Sam Carroll as they reflect on the one-year anniversary of the 4-0 victory over Manchester United at Goodison Park. The win is hailed as the high-point of Silva's short tenure and the panel assess whether the transfer of Gueye to Paris Saint Germain hindered...
Royal Blue: Dissecting Graeme Sharp's Premier League comments and what happens now with Gylfi Sigurdsson
April 14, 2020 15:30 - 38 minutesEverton legend Graeme Sharp’s call for the Premier League to be scrapped is one of the big talking points of the Royal Blue podcast. Adam Jones, Dave Prentice and Chris Beesley also discuss the future of Gylfi Sigurdsson with reports suggesting the Blues will have to take a huge loss if they choose to sell the Icelandic midfielder. And also on the agenda is two famous FA Cup semi-finals that took place on this day in years gone by – one we’re quite happy never to talk about again, and the oth...
Royal Blue: Everton and the big changes coming football’s way
April 10, 2020 13:20 - 36 minutesA special Royal Blue podcast as we also get the view from across the park on furloughing staff, players’ wage cuts, the prospect of behind-closed-doors football, and changes to the transfer market. Days before Everton were set to welcome Liverpool to Goodison Park, the Premier League was shut down, which it continues to be. So, to replace the derby that never was, Royal Blue regulars Phil Kirkbride and Adam Jones are joined by Paul Gorst and Joe Rimmer of the Liverpool ECHO’s Blood Red: Liver...
Special: Matt Jackson recalls Everton's 4-1 thrashing of Tottenham and how Joe Royle's 'Dogs of War' prevented the so-called 'Dream Final'
April 09, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBEverton's 4-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the 1995 FA Cup semi-final is regarded as one of the Blues' greatest-ever displays - particularly in a big game - and the best performance of Joe Roye's tenure as manager. April 9, 2020 is the 25th anniversary of the match at Elland Road and in a Royal Blue podcast special, Chris Beesley speaks to Matt Jackson - scorer of the opening goal that afternoon. The former Blues right-back discusses why he believes his side enjoyed a psychological adva...
Special: Matt Jackson recalls Everton's 4-1 thrashing of Tottenham and how Joe Royle's 'Dogs of War' prevented the so-called 'Dream Final'
April 09, 2020 04:00 - 16 minutesEverton's 4-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the 1995 FA Cup semi-final is regarded as one of the Blues' greatest-ever displays - particularly in a big game - and the best performance of Joe Roye's tenure as manager. April 9, 2020 is the 25th anniversary of the match at Elland Road and in a Royal Blue podcast special, Chris Beesley speaks to Matt Jackson - scorer of the opening goal that afternoon. The former Blues right-back discusses why he believes his side enjoyed a psychological advan...
Everton in the 1980s: Colin Harvey as a manager, why it didn't work out, and why the job he took on was harder than it looked
April 07, 2020 16:06 - 51 minutesThis is the second part of our special look at Everton in the 1980s. In part one, we looked at the years that came before Howard Kendall's side won league titles, European honours and domestic cups - and how a relegation fight at the start of the decade would ultimately lead to success. In part two, we look at how a changing Everton tried to live up to the expectations and standards set by that great team of Kendall's, after the manager left for Bibao. Host Phil Kirkbride is, again, joined by...
View from the Gwladys: Where did it all go wrong for Marco Silva?
April 06, 2020 18:05 - 40 minutesStill no football to speak of so this week we are going to do some short-term reminiscing. Thursday December 5th 2019 was the day Marco Silva’s tenure at Everton Football Club came to an end. That after the final straw of a humiliating 5-2 derby defeat to Liverpool. We all know what happened after that with the short-term appointment of Duncan Ferguson and the then permanent appointment of Carlo Ancelotti. But we are hear this week to discuss and debate on Marco Silva and where it all went wr...
Everton in the 1980s, Gordon Lee, Howard Kendall and what came before the great Blues side
April 03, 2020 14:58 - 49 minutesThis is the first of a two-part podcast special on Everton in the 1980s.But here we focus not on the great Howard Kendall side that won league titles, lifted a European trophy and won an FA Cup, but on the years before and after that.Host Phil Kirkbride is joined by Dave Prentice and Gav Buckland to talk about Everton entering the new decade and how they began to lay the foundations to build one of the finest sides Goodison has ever seen.From Gordon Lee, his sacking, important signings, the a...
Royal Blue: Everton waiting for Premier League comeback as unfulfilled potential discussed
March 31, 2020 19:11 - 36 minutesThe Royal Blue Podcast returns - in lockdown - to discuss when the Premier League could return from the current hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic.From their respective homes, host Phil Kirkbride is joined by David Prentice, Adam Jones and Sam Carroll as the suspension of the campaign is mulled over following reports action could return in a TV 'mega event' to boost morale and complete the season.Kirkbride also asks his guests about players who failed to fulfil their potential at Goodison...
View from the Gwladys: Everton players rated for the season so far plus league return latest
March 30, 2020 18:30 - 1 hourStill no football to speak of due to the coronavirus pandemic so we thought it was a good time to look back over the season and rate and grade Everton’s first team squad so far. Ian Croll is joined by Rob Astell and Ben Crawford for the latest View from the Gwladys Street podcast to share their thoughts and opinions on how Everton’s current first team have rated individually. The conversation starts with the latest reports coming out on the Premier League return but stay tuned for some intere...
Who is Everton's best right back, and who is the most under-appreciated player?
March 27, 2020 16:30 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBIt's time for part two of us answering your questions on Everton. The Royal Blue podcast is back, from across the city once again, to discuss all things at Goodison Park in the continued absence of football. Top of the agenda for Phil Kirkbride, Adam Jones and Dave Prentice is the right back situation and whether Jonjoe Kenny has earned an opportunity next term. Under-appreciated players, midfielders and potential loan exits are also discussed by our panel - and don't forget to send your ...
Royal Blue: Who is Everton's best right back, and who is the most under-appreciated player?
March 27, 2020 16:30 - 31 minutesIt's time for part two of us answering your questions on Everton.The Royal Blue podcast is back, from across the city once again, to discuss all things at Goodison Park in the continued absence of football.Top of the agenda for Phil Kirkbride, Adam Jones and Dave Prentice is the right back situation and whether Jonjoe Kenny has earned an opportunity next term.Under-appreciated players, midfielders and potential loan exits are also discussed by our panel - and don't forget to send your questio...
The Agenda: The Quiet Leader, Premier League return & Bramley-Moore hopes
March 25, 2020 16:45 - 34 minutesIan Croll and Connor O’Neill return to the Royal Blue table to answer your questions in this week’s Agenda Podcast. Moise Kean, Carlo Ancelotti, Leighton Baines, Lucas Digne, Coronavirus and Roberto Martinez all feature. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Transfers, coronavirus, Netflix and who to isolate with
March 24, 2020 17:50 - 48 minutesOur Royal Blue podcast is back and are answering your questions on a wide range of topics. Phil Kirkbride is joined by Adam Jones, Sam Carroll and Gavin Buckland to talk about realistic transfers, Netflix recommendations, and which Everton players you would want to isolate with. Be sure to get your questions in on Facebook or Twitter for future episodes! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: How extended Premier League suspension affects Everton as Steve Walsh returns to football
March 20, 2020 15:55 - 42 minutesThe show goes on!Our Royal Blue podcast panel are scattered around Merseyside and Wirral while working from home, but there is still lots to discuss in the world of football.Phil Kirkbride is joined by Adam Jones, Chris Beesley and Sam Carroll from the comfort of their own homes to discuss the extended suspension of Premier League football and how that might affect Everton in particular.The lads also discuss Steve Walsh on his return to football, looking back on his best and worst signings du...
View from the Gwladys: Coronavirus, Everton and what happens next to the Premier League season
March 18, 2020 19:00 - 37 minutesThe conversation in this week’s fan podcast should be centred around the Merseyside derby. Unfortunately, that isn’t the case as the world faces an unprecedented crisis with the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. All Premier League football has been abandoned to the earliest date of April 3. How likely football is to return for that time still remains uncertain. Ian Croll and Rob Astell are the only two on this week’s show. The lads sit down with mic in hand to discuss the past week and wh...
What Premier League can do about coronavirus return and how Everton should deal with break
March 16, 2020 17:28 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBPremier League football might have been suspended until at least April 3 due to the coronavirus pandemic, but our Royal Blue podcast hasn't! Sam Carroll is joined by Chris Beesley, Adam Jones and Dave Prentice to analyse what comes next for Everton during the break from action and why it was the right call to postpone top division football for the time-being. Look out for each other, keep well, and listen to the podcast to pass the time if you're self-isolating. For information regarding...
Royal Blue: What Premier League can do about coronavirus return and how Everton should deal with break
March 16, 2020 17:28 - 35 minutesPremier League football might have been suspended until at least April 3 due to the coronavirus pandemic, but our Royal Blue podcast hasn't!Sam Carroll is joined by Chris Beesley, Adam Jones and Dave Prentice to analyse what comes next for Everton during the break from action and why it was the right call to postpone top division football for the time-being.Look out for each other, keep well, and listen to the podcast to pass the time if you're self-isolating. For information regarding your ...
Analysing Everton: Disaster at Chelsea, defensive concerns and a look ahead to the Merseyside Derby
March 12, 2020 17:26 - 39 minutesDavid and Josh look back on a bad day in the capital, some worrying defensive trends and look ahead to a big Merseyside derby For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Analysing Everton: Disaster at Chelsea, defensive concerns and a look ahead to the Merseyside Derby
March 12, 2020 17:26 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBDavid and Josh look back on a bad day in the capital, some worrying defensive trends and look ahead to a big Merseyside derby For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
The Agenda: Sigurdsson the passenger, Carlo’s ambitions & Rooney’s Everton jibe
March 11, 2020 05:00 - 37 minutesIan Croll and Connor O’Neill return to the Royal Blue table to answer your questions in this week’s Agenda Podcast. Gylfi Sigurdsson, Wayne Rooney, Djibril Sidibe, Carlo Ancelotti, Moise Kean and of course Chris Wood all feature. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Carlo Ancelotti has summer decisions to make as Chelsea debacle highlights transfer needs
March 10, 2020 18:00 - 48 minutesThe Royal Blue Podcast returns to dissect the 4-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.Everton limped to a heavy loss in London following goals from Mason Mount, Pedro, Willian and Olivier Giroud and host Phil Kirkbride asks the panel where it all went wrong for Carlo Ancelotti and his side.Midfield options and the performances of Michael Keane and Mason Holgate are discussed as well as the need for other sources of consistent goals.Dave Prentice believes the performance was the dar...
View from the Gwladys: Everton players’ commitment in question as Ancelotti faces hardest job of career
March 10, 2020 01:00 - 55 minutesShambles, toothless, pathetic – just some of the words to describe Everton’s performance against Chelsea. Without a doubt Everton’s worst performance under Carlo Ancelotti leaving a huge cloud over the Blues’ European aspirations. Everton never really got going at Stamford Bridge and a 4-0 drubbing could’ve been a lot worse. Ian Croll and guests of Ben Crawford and Stuey Carroll sit down around the Royal Blue table to discuss, debate and scrutinize what unfolded on Sunday afternoon. Who was t...
Royal Blue: Why Carlo Ancelotti is already adored by Everton and how important new contracts are
March 06, 2020 17:24 - 52 minutesEvertonians love Carlo Ancelotti, that much is clear. The boss has spoken this week about how much he enjoys living in the city and his trips to Bootle Strand and Crosby Beach among other places, which has only put him in higher esteem with Blues fans.He's a very popular figure at Everton, but how has he managed to do it so quickly? Phil Kirkbride is joined by Dave Prentice, Adam Jones and Gavin Buckland to discuss exactly that - along with conversations on new contracts, potential Champions ...
Analysing Everton - Manchester United, Baines, Holgate, progressive midfielders and Chelsea.
March 05, 2020 01:00 - 50 minutesOn this week's episode, David and Josh discuss Everton's 1-1 draw with Manchester United, pay homage to Leighton Baines, run through some potential midfield targets in the summer before looking ahead to Chelsea. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View from the Gwladys: VAR fury combined with Pickford frustration makes for tough Sunday afternoon
March 04, 2020 01:00 - 50 minutesThe focus on this week’s fan podcast is very much on Everton’s draw with Manchester United. Unfortunately however Everton’s strong second half display is overshadowed by talk of what occurred in the final few minutes of Sunday afternoon’s match at Goodison Park. Host Ian Croll is joined by Graham Callaghan and Rob Astell who try to make sense of all the drama. Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Jordan Pickford and a Chelsea preview are all on the agenda but the farce that is VAR and the decisions made by...
American Toffee Podcast special as VAR controversy strikes Everton once again
March 02, 2020 16:21 - 37 minutesVAR, what is it good for? Absolutely nothing.That seems to be the case for Everton at the moment.Technology denied the Blues a late winner, and a penalty in the process, against Manchester United after a promising second half display.Adam Jones is joined by David Prentice and special guests Alex Johnson and James Boyman from the American Toffee Podcast to dissect every aspect of the game including VAR, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and much more.Our guests also talk about their experiences of followi...
American Toffee Podcast special as VAR controversy strikes Everton once again
March 02, 2020 16:21 - 37 minutes - 34 MBVAR, what is it good for? Absolutely nothing. That seems to be the case for Everton at the moment. Technology denied the Blues a late winner, and a penalty in the process, against Manchester United after a promising second half display. Adam Jones is joined by David Prentice and special guests Alex Johnson and James Boyman from the American Toffee Podcast to dissect every aspect of the game including VAR, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and much more. Our guests also talk about their experiences o...
Royal Blue: How Morgan Schneiderlin injury will affect Everton and dangers Manchester United will pose
February 28, 2020 18:19 - 47 minutesIt's another important match for Everton this weekend as they take on Manchester United at Goodison Park on Sunday afternoon.But Carlo Ancelotti has been dealt another injury blow ahead of it.Morgan Schneiderlin has had surgery on his knee and will face an extended spell on the sidelines, while Lucas Digne will face a late fitness test.But how will that affect Everton?Phil Kirkbride is joined by Dave Prentice, Adam Jones and Gavin Buckland to discuss the impact of Schneiderlin's absence, take...
Analysing Everton: The better side at Arsenal? Adjustments under Ancelotti and previewing Manchester United
February 26, 2020 17:00 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBAnalysing Everton is back with David and Josh as they scrutinise a competitive display at Arsenal, highlight some notable tactical changes under Ancelotti before previewing Manchester United. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
Analysing Everton: The better side at Arsenal? Adjustments under Ancelotti and previewing Manchester United
February 26, 2020 17:00 - 51 minutesAnalysing Everton is back with David and Josh as they scrutinise a competitive display at Arsenal, highlight some notable tactical changes under Ancelotti before previewing Manchester United. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Andre Gomes' remarkable return, Djibril Sidibe debate and what Carlo Ancelotti will learn from Arsenal defeat
February 25, 2020 15:45 - 39 minutesIt was a frustrating weekend for Everton. Despite taking the lead inside 50 seconds and dominating large portions of the second half on Sunday, the Blues were beaten 3-2 by Arsenal. But, despite that, there were a wealth of positives to be able to take from the game - not least the incredible return of Andre Gomes for the final 35 minutes. Adam Jones, Dave Prentice and Chris Beesley dissect every aspect of Everton's display in north London - both positive and negative. Gomes, the midfield dil...
View from the Gwladys: Old Everton habits die hard but Andre Gomes offers signs of brighter future
February 24, 2020 19:10 - 40 minutesIan Croll is joined by Ben Crawford and Gary Callaghan who analyse and discuss the defeat against Arsenal in this week’s View from the Gwladys Street podcast. Frustration is the overall theme but the overriding positive has to be the return and impact of Andre Gomes. A number of players struggled on Sunday and the lads question where the likes of Sigurdsson, Iwobi and Schneiderlin go from here. Djibril Sidibe hasn’t had the best of times lately and there is much debate on whether he has been ...
Royal Blue: Everton dream becomes ever-closer to reality as Carlo Ancelotti looks to end four-year wait
February 21, 2020 17:00 - 56 minutesThe Royal Blue Podcast returns this week as the panel discuss Everton's trip to Arsenal, Andre Gomes' comeback and the release of planning applications for the move to a new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock. Host Phil Kirkbride is joined by Dave Prentice, Gavin Buckland and Sam Carroll as they sift through a busy week at Goodison Park. The trio of guests debate whether Carlo Ancelotti would be right to start Andre Gomes at the Emirates on Sunday while former Everton midfielder Mikel Arteta's pro...
View from the Gwladys: Assessing Everton’s rivals in the fight for European Football & the return of Andre Gomes
February 19, 2020 20:30 - 48 minutesEverton haven’t played since the 8th February but a lot has happened since that 3-1 win over Crystal Palace. United’s win over Chelsea on Monday night and Manchester City’s impending European football ban has left the race for Champions League qualification wide open.The winter break is almost over and the lads on this week’s show are desperate for their weekly fix of Premier League action. On this week’s View from the Gwladys Street podcast Ian Croll is joined by Connor Bennett and Ben Crawf...
Royal Blue: Everton ambitions after Man City FFP ruling and what comes next for Andre Gomes
February 18, 2020 15:21 - 36 minutesIt might be Everton's winter break, but it's still been a very interesting week.Man City's Financial Fair Play ruling and ban from European football for two years, as things stand at least, have brought up an interesting conversation.If fifth place in England's top division does earn a spot in next year's Champions League, can the Blues realistically set their sights on it?Phil Kirkbride is joined by Dave Prentice, Adam Jones and Chris Beesley to discuss exactly that.The panel also chat about...
Exclusive: David Unsworth on shadowing Carlo Ancelotti, Marcel Brands and the current state of Everton under-23s
February 14, 2020 16:00 - 32 minutesThe ECHO was invited behind-the-scenes at Finch Farm this week to spend time with Everton under-23 manager David Unsworth.Phil Kirkbride and Sam Carroll recorded a special academy podcast with Unsworth discussing emerging talent, the standard of u-23 football and new signing Jarrad Branthwaite.The former Everton defender also speaks about his relationship with Carlo Ancelotti and reveals he has been shadowing the new Everton manager in first-team training once-a-week after his appointment in ...
The Agenda: Why Ancelotti is feeling the love and rating Everton players’ fashion sense
February 13, 2020 16:45 - 25 minutesIan Croll and Connor O’Neill sit down and answer your questions in this week’s Agenda Podcast. There’s no game for the Blues at the weekend but that doesn’t mean to say there won’t be any interest as there will be a keen eye on Everton’s European rivals. This week’s questions include mentions of Ancelotti’s long term future, the right-back situation, Moise Kean, Jordan Pickford and Djibril Sidibe. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad c...
Royal Blue: Everton full-back dilemma leaves answers in short supply as Richarlison goal-target set
February 12, 2020 16:45 - 41 minutesSeamus Coleman. Djibril Sidibe. Jonjoe Kenny.Three names to occupy the right-back berth and, you would think, only two spaces available in Marcel Brands and Carlo Ancelotti's plan for a 23-man squad at Everton next season.One name will presumably need to be offloaded to reach the two-per-position quota at Goodison Park and the Royal Blue Podcast met this week to discuss the dilemma.The victory over Crystal Palace, Richarlison's importance and Jordan Pickford's progress are also on the menu as...
View from the Gwladys: Best and worst of Pickford, Euro expectations & the Ancelotti factor
February 10, 2020 20:16 - 49 minutesEverton’s push for a European place gathered further momentum following the Blues’ 3-1 win over Roy Hodgson’s Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoon! Goals from Bernard, Richarlison and Dominic Calvert-Lewis ensured victory was secured despite a slight scare from former Liverpool forward Christian Benteke! Carlo Ancelotti’s men are now unbeaten in five Premier League games with the points accumulated over the past few weeks giving them a real chance of European qualification. Ian Croll is joine...
Royal Blue: Everton's battle for European football and its importance to Carlo Ancelotti
February 07, 2020 16:56 - 40 minutesHost Phil Kirkbride speaks to Chris Beesley and Sam Carroll ahead of Everton's final game before their winter break at home to Crystal Palace.There's plenty on the agenda with James McCarthy's return to Goodison Park discussed and the potential merits of Wilfried Zaha's proposed move from the Eagles to the Blues last summer also debated.Given Everton's dramatic rise over the past couple of months, going from being in the relegation zone at the time of Marco Silva's sacking to the fringes of a...
Analysing Everton: Subtle Ancelotti adjustments making the difference
February 06, 2020 16:04 - 48 minutesDavid and Josh look at the impact of Carlo Ancelotti on two key players, the introduction of set-piece routines, picking up key results and thereafter look ahead to Palace. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Importance of Everton's last-minute win over Watford and transfer window assessed
February 05, 2020 16:15 - 45 minutesManaged to recover from Saturday yet?Everton secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Watford last weekend thanks to a Yerry Mina brace and a last-minute winner from Theo Walcott.The brilliant form over Carlo Ancelotti continues, and suddenly the possibility of European football is on the horizon once again...Phil Kirkbride is joined by Adam Jones, Gavin Buckland and (eventually!) David Prentice to assess how important that win really was.The lads also chat about the closing stages of the transfe...
View from the Gwladys: The Watford comeback, the Moise Kean ‘assist’ & Richarlison’s future
February 03, 2020 19:50 - 42 minutesEverton don’t do comebacks and they certainly don’t do last minute winners, so to get both in one game was rather pleasing. The scenes following Everton’s 3-2 comeback victory over Watford at the weekend will be will be a welcome sight and after the Newcastle capitulation, it was much needed. Everton now are firmly in the race for a European spot with plenty of points still to play for. In this week’s View from the Gwladys, Ian Croll, Tom Clarke and Ben Crawford discuss the fallout from Satur...
Royal Blue: What Gbamin and Gomes updates mean for Everton and why quiet January was right
January 31, 2020 17:45 - 49 minutesAnd so we have reached January transfer deadline day, but it's set to be a quiet one for Everton.With just hours left of the window it seems the Blues will not make a senior signing over the course of this month, but is that a good thing?Phil Kirkbride is joined by Adam Jones, Sam Carroll and Gavin Buckland to discuss just that.The panel also mention two big injury updates from Carlo Ancelotti, both with hugely different consequences, and also talk about a "bid" from Barcelona for Richarlison...