Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast

Royal Blue: Everton vs Manchester United Preview

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Join Ian Croll, Chris Beesley and Gavin Buckland for the latest Royal Blue Podcast as they look ahead to a massive Monday night under the lights at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Everton prepare to welcome Manchester United, but David Moyes has a significant defensive puzzle to solve. With Jake O’Brien serving a suspension following his red card against Bournemouth, the panel discusses how the Blues will reshuffle the backline.

In this episode, we discuss the right-back conundrum: Who steps in for O'Brien? Is it time for Nathan Patterson to shine, or will James Garner be asked to fill the gap? Stadium Atmosphere: How the new home surroundings can tip the scale in a crucial Premier League clash.

Tactical Battles: How Moyes will look to outmaneuver United’s setup. Scoreline Predictions: The lads give their definitive verdicts and "gut feelings" ahead of kick-off.

Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb

*Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:* 

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View from the Opposition: Everton vs. Manchester United

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It’s a massive Monday Night Football clash at the Hill Dickinson Stadium as Everton look to bounce back from a string of frustrating home results. Host Ian Croll is joined by the Manchester Evening News’ United Reporter, Steven Railston, to provide the inside track on a Manchester United side transformed under interim boss Michael Carrick.

With United firmly back in the Champions League conversation following an unbeaten start to the "Carrick Era," the stakes couldn't be higher. Meanwhile, David Moyes' Everton side find themselves in a peculiar position: boasting one of the best away records in the league but struggling to find their rhythm on the banks of the Mersey.

On the Agenda? The Carrick Effect: How has the interim manager steadied the ship at Old Trafford, and what tactical shifts have fueled United's rise into the Top 4?

Home Comforts vs. Away Heroics: We analyze Everton’s struggle for consistency at the new Hill Dickinson Stadium compared to their clinical form on the road.

The European Race: Can the Blues reignite their hunt for a European spot, or will United’s momentum prove too much under the lights?

Key Battles: From the return of Jarrad Branthwaite to United’s attacking threats, where will this game be won and lost?

Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb

*Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:* 

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*Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd

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Everton’s Home vs. Away Divide: The Statistical Truth

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Everton are seemingly a different  beast away from home compared to at the waterfront. In this episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, Ian Croll and Chris Beesley dig deep into the numbers to solve the mystery of Everton’s fluctuating form.

Key numbers explained: https://tinyurl.com/ChrisBeesleyArticle180226

With the move to the brand-new Hill Dickinson Stadium, expectations were high for a fortress-like atmosphere, but the statistics tell a more complex story. Using Comparisonator’s MyTeam2MyTeam tool, Ian and Chris conduct a forensic examination of the last five Premier League fixtures. They strip away the emotion to compare Everton’s home figures directly against their away performances from the same block of games. Ian and Chris take a look at the key performance indicators (KPIs) where Everton excel on the road but struggle at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Tactical Shifts: Are David Moyes’ side playing a different style of football in front of the home crowd?

Using Comparisonator Analysis and the MyTeam2MyTeam tool, the pair highlight the percentage differences in defensive solidity, chance creation, and clinical finishing between home and away matches. Whether it's a lack of "clinical edge" at home or a more resilient defensive shape on the road, the lads break down exactly what the data says about Everton’s current identity.

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Royal Blue Podcast: The Jimmy Mulville Interview: "I’ve Had Tragedy & Triumph" | TV Legend on Addiction, Success & Everton 🔵

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In this special edition of the Royal Blue podcast, the Liverpool Echo’s Everton FC Correspondent Joe Thomas sits down with a true titan of the British television industry and a lifelong Blue: Jimmy Mulville.

The Hat Trick Productions Owner and Managing Director opens up like never before, taking us on a journey through the "tragedy and triumph" of a life lived at full throttle. Jimmy shares fascinating, never-before-heard tales from his decades following the Toffees, while offering a raw and honest look at his personal battles with loss and addiction.

From Walton to West End: Jimmy discusses his rise to the top of the TV world and the grit it took to build an empire.The Moyes Era & Beyond: Insightful reflections on David Moyes, the "People's Club" identity, and the potential of a return. A New Horizon: Jimmy shares his excitement (and nostalgia) with the club Now firmly homed at Hill Dickinson Stadium - the world-class waterfront arena. Personal Reflections: A moving account of how his love for Everton remained a constant through his hardest personal trials.

Whether you're looking for a deep dive into Everton’s history or an inspiring story of personal resilience, this is an interview you cannot afford to miss.

Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb

*Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:* 

https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp

*Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:* 

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*Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd

Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO’s Royal Blue YouTube channel.

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The Royal Blue Podcast: The Hill Dickinson Hangover and the January Gamble

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In the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, Ian Croll is joined by Chris Beesley and Gavin Buckland to dissect a frustrating week for Everton Football Club.

The panel starts with the "final word" on Tuesday night’s 2-1 collapse against Bournemouth. After leading through an Iliman Ndiaye penalty, how did the Blues allow the game to slip away in just four minutes? The lads discuss the costly misses from Thierno Barry and the late red card for Jake O’Brien that summed up a miserable night at the waterfront.

Also on the agenda: Everton’s January Transfer Strategy. With the transfer window closed and only Tyrique George arriving on loan, the trio explores Everton’s strategy. Was the lack of signings a calculated risk or a missed opportunity that will haunt the club’s European ambitions?

The lads turn to home form in a broader sense: Why has Hill Dickinson Stadium become so hospitable to visitors? We look into the alarming home form and the growing concerns regarding the atmosphere, debating whether it’s the stadium design, the scheduling, or simply the performances on the pitch.

And finally, David Moyes is back under the microscope. Is he being stubborn or systematic? The panel questions his recent team selections—specifically the persistence of playing players out of positions when other options are available. Is Moyes being stubborn to a fault

Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb

*Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:* 

https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp

*Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:* 

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*Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd

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