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: Mina leaves it late, Dyche's team selection and who can replace DCL
May 22, 2023 11:17 - 53 minutesHost Connor O'Neill joins the ECHO's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and Everton reporter Chris Beesley - fresh from their trip to Molineux - plus regular guest Gavin Buckland to review the 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers after Yerry Mina snatched a share of the spoils with a dramatic equaliser almost nine minutes into stoppage time. The panel discuss Sean Dyche's tactics, players operating out of position, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Nathan Patterson's fitness plus the draining impac...
Royal Blue: Thrown to the Wolves
May 19, 2023 15:14 - 52 minutesHost Connor O'Neill is once again joined by Joe Thomas from the Liverpool ECHO and regular contributor Gavin Buckland to look ahead to the Blues' match against Wolves. They discuss formation options, what to do if Dominic Calvert-Lewin is injured and every possible connotation of Everton's Premier League survival hopes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: 36 down, two to go. Taking positives as Everton cut it fine.
May 15, 2023 15:09 - 46 minutesHost Connor O'Neil is joined by the Liverpool ECHO's Everton reporter Joe Thomas and regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast to discuss the 3-0 to Manchester City. The panel look for the positives as the Blues head into the last two matches of the season, with eyes not only on their own team, but on the matches around them which could make a difference. They mull over possible new injury scares and how Everton might line up against Wolves should Dominic C...
Royal Blue: Brighton. Where to start?
May 10, 2023 18:14 - 49 minutesHost Connor O'Neill joins the ECHO's Everton reporter Chris Beesley, Paul Wheelock and Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast to discuss Everton's 5-1 thrashing of Brighton & Hove Albion. The panel have their say on Sean Dyche's tactics, Dwight McNeil and Abdoulaye Doucoure's scoring exploits, Yerry Mina's return and Jordan Pickford's goalkeeping heroics while there is also a tribute to former ECHO colleague and passionate football fan Dan Kay. Learn more about your a...
Royal Blue: Dissecting Leicester and Seamus Coleman's place in Everton folklore
May 03, 2023 14:09 - 44 minutesHost Connor O'Neill joins the ECHO's Everton reporter Chris Beesley and regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as they discuss Everton's dramatic, topsy-turvy 2-2 draw with fellow strugglers Leicester City. The panel discuss Dominic Calvert-Lewin's return to the scoresheet, Seamus Coleman's injury and the Blues' continued defensive struggles with Michael Keane enduring another tough evening at the King Power Stadium plus whether Sean Dyche should be more...
Royal Blue: Devastating Newcastle Loss, Defensive Struggles & Leicester Preview
April 28, 2023 14:57 - 50 minutesHost Connor O'Neill joins his ECHO colleagues, Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and Everton reporter Chris Beesley plus regular guest Gavin Buckland to review Everton's 4-1 home defeat to Newcastle United as Sean Dyche's side failed to build on a tumultuous reception at Goodison Park. The panel also look forward to a pivotal trip to the King Power Stadium on Monday as Everton go head-to-head against relegation rivals Leicester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Crystal Palace 0-0 Everton Review, Newcastle Preview & Bill Kenwright's statement
April 24, 2023 15:28 - 49 minutesHost Matt Jones joins his ECHO colleagues Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and Everton reporter Chris Beesley plus regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast. As well as reviewing Everton holding out for a goalless draw at Crystal Palace despite Mason Holgate's sending off, the panel discuss chairman Bill Kenwright's statement from last Friday while looking forward to Thursday night's Goodison Park showdown against Newcastle United. Learn more about your ad ...
Royal Blue: Will Calvert-Lewin save Everton's season?
April 21, 2023 19:17 - 52 minutesHost Connor O'Neill is once again joined by the Liverpool ECHO's Joe Thomas and regular guest Gav Buckland. The team reflect on last weekend's difficult game against Fulham and what is yet another must-win match coming up at Crystal Palace. The word "terrified" pops up more than once. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Where do Everton go from here?
April 17, 2023 11:47 - 51 minutesHost Connor O'Neill joins the ECHO's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and Everton reporter Chris Beesley plus regular guest Gavin Buckland to discuss the 3-1 home defeat to Fulham in the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast. Former manager Marco Silva's first return to Goodison Park proved a sobering experience for the hosts as Sean Dyche's side produced a flat performance on their way to suffering a potentially hugely-damaging defeat. The panel reflect on that disappointment and discuss ...
Royal Blue: Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Fulham formations, must-wins, Dele Alli and Dyche's dogfight
April 14, 2023 12:46 - 48 minutesThe latest episode of the Royal Blue podcast is here, with host Connor O’Neill joined by Joe Thomas and Gavin Buckland to look ahead to Everton’s Premier League clash with Fulham. The panel also discusses the return of Dominic Calvert-Lewin, the formation conundrums facing Sean Dyche and the fight to avoid relegation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Dyche's 4-4-2, Jordan Pickford's Old Trafford heroics and coping without Abdoulaye Doucoure
April 10, 2023 15:04 - 43 minutesHost Connor O'Neill joins the ECHO's Everton reporter Chris Beesley and regular guest Gavin Buckland to discuss Everton's 2-0 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford. The panel have their say on Sean Dyche's decision to switch from the 4-5-1 formation he's been using after Abdoulaye Doucoure's suspension, Jordan Pickford's heroics and the Blues' woes across the park, including problems in the full-back positions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Michael Keane, Abdoulaye Doucoure, Harry Kane's eyelash, Frank Lampard at Chelsea and looking ahead to Manchester United
April 07, 2023 15:30 - 40 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins ECHO sport colleague Paul Wheelock and regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast. The panel review Everton's dramatic 1-1 draw with Tottenham Hotspur after Michael Keane's last-minute equaliser, discussing Abdoulaye Doucoure's sending off and Harry Kane's theatrics. Frank Lampard's shock managerial return to Chelsea also comes up before a preview of the trip to Manchester United where Sean Dyche must decide who to replace Doucoure w...
Royal Blue: Everton Annual Accounts Release & Tottenham Hotspur Preview
March 31, 2023 17:00 - 38 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins ECHO colleague Connor O'Neill and regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast. The panel discuss the release of Everton's annual accounts with the club posting an operating loss of £44.7million for the financial year 2021/22 while the Blues' Premier League profit and sustainability charge is also on the agenda. On the field, the return to Premier League action is eagerly anticipated as Sean Dyche's side prepare to host Tottenham Hotsp...
Royal Blue: Huge Point At Stamford Bridge, Doucoure Contract Situation & International Break Timing
March 20, 2023 15:37 - 46 minutesThe latest episode of the Royal Blue podcast is here, with host Paul Wheelock joined by Joe Thomas, Gavin Buckland and Chris Beesley to review a thrilling point for Everton away to Chelsea in the Premier League. The panel also discuss Abdoulaye Doucoure's ongoing contract saga as well as the timing of the international break and how it could impact the Blues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Chelsea Preview, Relegation Rivals Grow & Dele Alli Future
March 17, 2023 17:15 - 47 minutesThe ECHO's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas hosts the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as he joins Everton reporter Chris Beesley and their colleague Paul Wheelock plus regular guest Gavin Buckland to preview Saturday's trip to Stamford Bridge. Sean Dyche's comments on Dominic Calvert-Lewin's fitness come under consideration along with club's Dele Alli dilemma and the Blues' long winless streak at Stamford Bridge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Dwight McNeil the match-winner as Sean Dyche's Everton move out of the relegation zone
March 13, 2023 11:58 - 50 minutesHost Connor O'Neill joins the ECHO's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and Everton reporter Chris Beesley plus regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast to reflect on Everton's crucial 1-0 win over Brentford at Goodison Park. The victory moved Sean Dyche's side out of the relegation zone and the panel discuss Everton's display, match-winner Dwight McNeil's resurgence and where the result places the Blues in their fight for Premier League survival. Learn mor...
Royal Blue: Brentford preview and how to combat one of the form sides in the league.
March 10, 2023 15:24 - 50 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins the ECHO's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas, Matt Jones and regular guest Gavin Buckland to preview Sean Dyche's side's clash at home to Brentford on Saturday. Dominic Calvert-Lewin's fitness remains a hot topic, along with the Blues boss' off-the-field friendship with his Bees counterpart while the panel also discuss the open letter to Graeme Sharp and how to combat one of the Premier League's in-form sides in the pursuit of what would be a precious three points in t...
Royal Blue: Everton show attacking intent but are ultimately frustrated in action-packed 2-2 draw at Nottingham Forest
March 06, 2023 14:59 - 46 minutesHost Matt Jones joins the Echo's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and Everton reporter Chris Beesley plus regular guest Gavin Buckland to reflect on the action-packed 2-2 draw at Nottingham Forest. Everton netted more than once in a match for the first time since October but despite going ahead twice and being on course for a victory that would have taken them out of the relegation zone and within a point of their hosts until 13 minutes from the end, they had to settle for a share of the spoi...
Royal Blue: Nottingham Forest clash, Sean Dyche's tactical tweaks and is it time for Idrissa Gueye to make way
March 03, 2023 18:30 - 46 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins the ECHO's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas, Connor O'Neill and regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as the panel discuss the 4-0 defeat at Arsenal and preview Sunday's trip to Nottingham Forest. Idrissa Gueye's mistake at the Emirates Stadium is on the agenda and whether the veteran midfielder should make way at the City Ground, especially if Sean Dyche is going to change his tactics for what was always going to be a crucial f...
Royal Blue: Aston Villa defeat reaction, Everton goalscoring concern and Arsenal preview
February 28, 2023 12:00 - 50 minutesThe Echo's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and Everton reporter Chris Beesley join host Connor O'Neill for the latest edition of the Royal Blue Podcast as the panel look back on the 2-0 home defeat to Aston Villa and forthcoming midweek trip to Premier League leaders Arsenal. The loss, combined with results elsewhere, saw Sean Dyche's side drop back into the relegation zone but despite the setback there were still plenty of encouraging signs, even though fans remain justifiably concerned ove...
Royal Blue: Pickford Signs New Contract, Sean Dyche Start & Aston Villa Preview
February 24, 2023 12:50 - 46 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins the Echo's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast. The panel discuss the breaking news of Jordan Pickford's new contract, Sean Dyche's start at Everton and Saturday's home fixture against Aston Villa as the Blues hope to continue their revival having climbed out of the relegation zone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Massive Win Over Leeds, Seamus Coleman & Scoreline Nerves
February 20, 2023 18:49 - 48 minutesThe Echo's Everton reporter Chris Beesley and regular guest Gavin Buckland join host Connor O'Neill for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as they reflect on the 1-0 win over Leeds United. Everton moved out of the Premier League relegation zone with the victory and the panel discuss Seamus Coleman's wonder-goal, the captain's long career with the Blues, how the team are looking under Sean Dyche and whether scorelines from other matches should be put up on the Goodison Park scoreboa...
Royal Blue: Merseyside Derby Reflections, Calvert-Lewin Availability & Leeds Preview
February 17, 2023 18:04 - 55 minutesThe latest episode of the Royal Blue podcast is here, with host Joe Thomas joined by Matt Jones to discuss their thoughts on Monday night's Merseyside derby loss at Anfield for Everton, as well as the availability of Dominic Calvert-Lewin for the rest of the season. The lads also preview a huge game coming up at Goodison Park for the Blues, as Leeds United visit with interim boss Michael Skubala taking charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Sean Dyche's Everton suffer defeat in Merseyside Derby at Anfield
February 14, 2023 15:27 - 49 minutesThe Echo’s Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and Everton reporter Chris Beesley join host Connor O’Neill to discuss the Blues’ 2-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield in Sean Dyche’s first away game. The panel offer their thoughts on yet another lacklustre display across Stanley Park that enabled what had been an out of form Reds side to return to winning ways while attempting to explain the goals that Everton conceded and the team’s striker woes with rookie Ellis Simms coming in for the injured Do...
Royal Blue: Dominic Calvert-Lewin Fitness, Amadou Onana Form & Merseyside Derby Preview
February 10, 2023 17:23 - 44 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins the Echo's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as the panel preview Monday's Merseyside Derby. Manager Sean Dyche admits centre-forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a serious fitness doubt for the trip across Stanley Park and Everton's options up front if their number nine is absent proves to be a hot topic along with Amadou Onana and the midfield battle with the Belgian international going int...
Royal Blue: Everton Win First Premier League Game Since October Against League Leaders Arsenal
February 06, 2023 13:53 - 43 minutesThe latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast is here with host Joe Thomas joined by Gavin Buckland, Joe Thomas and Conor O'Neill to review a hugely important victory for Everton over Arsenal at Goodison Park. The lads discuss the performance that Sean Dyche was able to get out of his players after just a week on the job, in comparison with some of the performances turned in by the Blues since the return of the Premier League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: How Everton May Line Up With Sean Dyche In Charge & Arsenal Preview
February 03, 2023 16:33 - 41 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins ECHO sport colleague Matt Jones and regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast. The panel discuss manager Sean Dyche's response to Everton's absence of signings in the January transfer window, how the Blues might line up under their new boss, the challenge of facing Premier League leaders Arsenal in his first game in charge plus the prospect of more fan protests at Goodison Park this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Royal Blue: Reaction following a disastrous transfer deadline day for Everton | Sean Dyche Appointment assessed
February 01, 2023 15:04 - 54 minutesJoin Joe Thomas, Connor O'Neill, Paul Wheelock and Gav Buckland for the latest Royal Blue Podcast! The panel evaluates all the fallout from a disastrous transfer deadline day, which resulted in the Blues failing to bring in a player. The lads also discuss Kevin Thelwell’s role and where the club and Sean Dyche go from here as they face a huge second-half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Everton Appoint Sean Dyche, Anthony Gordon Leaves & Transfer Deadline Approaches
January 30, 2023 16:18 - 48 minutesThe latest episode of the Royal Blue podcast is here, with host Conor O'Neill joined by Joe Thomas & Gavin Buckland to discuss the latest goings on at Goodison Park. The panel evaluate the appointment of Sean Dyche as new Everton manager, as well as reviewing the departure of Anthony Gordon to Newcastle United. The lads also discuss their hopes for the rest of the January transfer window, including rumours of an approach for Conor Gallagher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
Royal Blue: Sean Dyche Suitability, Farhad Moshiri Speaks Again & Anthony Gordon Situation
January 27, 2023 16:42 - 43 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins the Echo's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas, Matt Jones and Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast with Sean Dyche closing in on the managerial vacancy at Goodison Park. Four days after Frank Lampard was sacked, Everton are expected to confirm Dyche's appointment within the next 24 hours and the panel discuss the choice of the former Burnley boss, Marcelo Bielsa, Farhad Moshiri's interview and the latest on Anthony Gordon with the winger clos...
Royal Blue: Frank Lampard sacked as Everton Manager
January 23, 2023 18:17 - 42 minutesA special edition of the Royal Blue podcast as the ECHO’s Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and Everton reporter Chris Beesley join host Connor O’Neill to discuss Frank Lampard’s sacking as Blues boss. The former Derby County and Chelsea manager was dismissed following a 2-0 defeat to West Ham United, Everton’s eighth loss in nine matches with only goal difference keeping the team off the bottom of the Premier League. The panel give their thoughts on where it went wrong for Lampard and who Far...
Royal Blue: Everton allegations explored, Arnaut Danjuma interest and huge West Ham clash
January 20, 2023 16:24 - 52 minutesEverton correspondent Joe Thomas discusses how the events of Saturday unfolded off the pitch and how the ECHO sought answers before joining host Chris Beesley, plus guests Gavin Buckland and Paul Wheelock to talk about the huge match at West Ham and transfer interest in Arnaut Danjuma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Everton season reaches new low after Southampton loss, Frank Lampard's future & potential January transfer targets?
January 16, 2023 15:30 - 50 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins Paul Wheelock, Matt Jones and Gavin Buckland to discuss Everton's 2-1 home defeat to bottom club Southampton. The Blues' season reached a new low at the weekend as they surrendered a lead against the Saints in what proved to be their fourth consecutive home loss for the first time since 1958. The panel discuss Everton's players, whether Frank Lampard should retain his job as manager given the results, the pre-match coach welcome and post-match protests against the cl...
Royal Blue: Farhad Moshiri interview, Southampton preview & Goodison Park welcome and protests planned
January 13, 2023 17:07 - 44 minutesHost Chris Beesley joins Gavin Buckland and Matt Jones for the latest Royal Blue podcast as the trio look back on a tumultuous week at Goodison Park and preview Everton's crucial Premier League fixture against Southampton. After dropping into the relegation zone following just one win in their last 10 Premier League games, Frank Lampard's side desperately need a result against the division's basement outfit but despite losing six matches on the spin in the competition, the Saints head to Mers...
Royal Blue: FA Cup Third Round Defeat & Farhad Moshiri Ownership
January 09, 2023 11:52 - 47 minutesThe latest episode of the Royal Blue podcast is here, with host Chris Beesley joined by Joe Thomas, Gavin Buckland and Paul Wheelock to discuss all the latest Everton FC news. The panel discusses the state of the club as a whole, including the future of Farhad Moshiri's ownership and the relegation battle which the team finds itself in despite the progress being made on a brand new stadium. The lads also recap Everton's FA Cup third round loss against Manchester United, and the difference i...
Royal Blue: Demoralising Brighton Loss, Angry Scenes At Goodison & Frank Lampard Future
January 04, 2023 15:14 - 55 minutesThe latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast is here, with host Connor O'Neill joined by Gavin Buckland, Chris Beesley & Matt Jones to recap an awful display from Everton in their 4-1 loss to Brighton at Goodison Park. The panel discuss the angry scenes after the full time whistle, as well as manager Frank Lampard's future in the dugout for the Blues and how he and the board may look to solve the ongoing issues in the squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Wolverhampton Wanderers Preview, Calvert-Lewin Fitness & Contract Talks
December 23, 2022 16:50 - 47 minutesHost Chris Beesley is joined by the ECHO's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas, Connor O'Neill and regular guest Gavin Buckland for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast. The panel preview the Premier League return to action for Everton at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers with Dominic Calvert-Lewin's latest fitness issues, the form of Neal Maupay, Conor Coady's absence and contract talks for Jordan Pickford, Anthony Gordon and Alex Iwobi all on the agenda ahead of what might be the last ev...
Royal Blue: World Cup Break Ends, January Window Requirements & Wolves Preview
December 19, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutesHost Connor O'Neill is joined by Chris Beesley, Joe Thomas & Gavin Buckland to discuss all the latest Everton FC news, as well as the end of the World Cup break as Lionel Messi's Argentina emerged victorious. The lads also discuss what the Blues need in the January transfer window, as well as previewing a crucial upcoming Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Mid-season Tour To Australia & FA Cup Draw Against Manchester United
November 30, 2022 11:34 - 49 minutesJoin Connor O’Neill and Joe Thomas in the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast in which they discuss Everton’s trip to Australia. Has the World Cup break come at a good time for the Blues, has the Sydney Super Cup left the club in a better place and what is really going through Frank Lampard’s mind? All this and more as Joe offers insight behind the scenes from the trip and what he learned as the only dedicated Everton reporter to leave the UK and follow the club Down Under. Learn more ab...
Royal Blue SPECIAL: 25th Anniversary of Neville Southall's Final Everton Game
November 25, 2022 10:00 - 58 minutesChris Beesley joins Gavin Buckland and David Prentice for a special edition of the Royal Blue podcast to mark the 25th anniversary of Everton legend Neville Southall's final game for the club. Not only did the Wales international make a record-breaking 751 appearances for Everton in a 16-year spell at Goodison Park, he won more trophies with the Blues than any other player and was widely-regarding as being the best goalkeeper in the world at the peak of his powers. The panel reflect on what m...
Royal Blue: Disappointment On The South Coast, Midfield Balance & Room For Recruitment
November 14, 2022 18:34 - 55 minutesThe latest episode of Royal Blue is here, with host Connor O'Neill joined by Joe Thomas, Chris Beesley and Gavin Buckland to discuss a disappointing Blues display away from home in a 3-0 loss to Bournemouth in Everton's final fixture before the Premier League breaks for the World Cup. The lads also analyse where Everton can improve, including the midfield balance issues and potential for attacking improvements both within the current squad and the transfer market. Learn more about your ad cho...
Royal Blue: Everton return to Bournemouth for revenge, Blues at the World Cup & a Toffee trip down under
November 11, 2022 13:15 - 1 hourJoin Joe Thomas, Chris Beesley, Connor O'Neill and Gav Buckland for the latest Royal Blue Podcast! The quartet discuss Everton's League Cup thrashing on the South Coast at Bournemouth, whom they will face once again this weekend in the last Premier League match before the World Cup. There's plenty of Everton interest in Qatar with several players selected to represent their countries, whilst the remaining squad members journey to Australia for a 'second pre-season' tour down under, with match...
Royal Blue: All Eyes on Bournemouth in the Carabao Cup Following Leicester Defeat at Goodison Park
November 07, 2022 14:59 - 49 minutesThe latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast sees host Chris Beesley joined by the ECHO's Everton correspondent Joe Thomas and regular guest Gavin Buckland to discuss the aftermath of the 2-0 home defeat to Leicester City on Saturday and preview Tuesday night's trip to Bournemouth in the Carabao Cup. Frank Lampard's side were hoping to put on a good show for their own fans in their final Goodison Park fixture before the World Cup break but their defeat not only enabled Brendan Rodgers' side t...
Royal Blue: Everton v Leicester Preview, Amadou Onana continues to impress & Sam Allardyce takes aim at Toffees
November 04, 2022 17:06 - 50 minutesJoin Joe Thomas, Chris Beesley and Gav Buckland for the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast! On the agenda this week, a preview of Everton's Saturday night under the lights Premier League clash with Leicester City, chat about the mightily impressive Amadou Onana both on and off the pitch, plus yet another former Blues boss taking aim at the club via their own podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Everton once again let down by VAR as Jordan Pickford shines in clean sheet display
October 31, 2022 15:21 - 51 minutesThe latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast sees Joe Thomas and Matt Jones join host Connor O'Neill to look back on Everton’s draw with Fulham. The panel discusses the goalless encounter at Craven Cottage and the shambolic use of VAR following Aleksandar Mitrovic’s tackle on Idrissa Gueye. The trio also reflect on Jordan Pickford’s heroics, the performances of James Tarkowski and Vitalii Mykolenko as well as reviewing Rafa Benitez’s latest comments about the club. Learn more about your a...
Royal Blue: Could Frank Lampard have wished for anything more from emphatic win over Crystal Palace
October 24, 2022 15:36 - 54 minutesJoin Joe Thomas, Connor O'Neill and Gavin Buckland as they discuss Everton's emphatic win over Crystal Palace. Goals from Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Anthony Gordon and Dwight McNeil secured a valuable three points for the Blues as Frank Lampard's side provided the perfect response to three consecutive defeats and questions over creativity. The impressive Alex Iwobi, dominant Calvert-Lewin and the marauding Vitalii Mykolenko all pop up in conversation as the team ask: Could Lampard have wished for...
Royal Blue: Newcastle Reflection, Crystal Palace Preview And The Return Of Nathan Patterson
October 21, 2022 16:17 - 48 minutesJoin Joe Thomas and Chris Beesley for the latest Royal Blue Podcast, where the duo discuss the latest Everton FC News! On this week's edition, the lads react to the Blues' midweek defeat in Newcastle, preview this weekend's clash with Crystal Palace, and discuss the return from injury of young star Nathan Patterson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Tottenham Defeat & Controversy Review, Newcastle Preview and the return of Dominic Calvert-Lewin
October 17, 2022 14:25 - 50 minutesChris Beesley, Paul Wheelock and Gavin Buckland are joined by host Connor O'Neill on the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as they review Everton's 2-0 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur while also looking forward to Wednesday night's trip to Newcastle United. Frank Lampard's side held out against high-flying Spurs for almost an hour at the weekend, wasting a couple of big opportunities to score before eventually conceding through a controversial penalty from Harry Kane. The panel are asked a...
Royal Blue: Tottenham Preview, Anthony Gordon & Team Selection
October 14, 2022 15:16 - 52 minutesThe latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast sees Joe Thomas, Chris Beesley and host Connor O'Neill preview Everton's trip to Tottenham Hotspur. The panel discuss Anthony Gordon's absence through suspension and what the Blues' home grown hero needs to do to kick on this season, Yerry Mina's latest injury setback and Frank Lampard's selection posers ahead of a fixture that his side lost 5-0 last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Royal Blue: Manchester United Loss & Dominic Calvert-Lewin Return
October 10, 2022 13:46 - 41 minutesHost Connor O'Neill joins ECHO Everton reporter Chris Beesley and Paul Wheelock for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast. The panel discuss Everton's 2-1 home defeat to Manchester United as Frank Lampard's side were beaten for the first time in seven Premier League matches despite going ahead through Alex Iwobi after just five minutes. Disappointing displays from the likes of Idrissa Gueye and Anthony Gordon are discussed, as is the return of fit-again striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin wh...