Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast

Join Ian Croll, Chris Beesley, and Joe Thomas on the latest episode of the Royal Blue podcast as they preview Everton's Premier League home match against Ipswich Town!

Fresh off qualifying for the 4th round of the League Cup with a midweek victory over Wolves, Everton remain unbeaten so far this season. Can the Toffees maintain their momentum and carry this impressive form into the three-week international break? The panel breaks down all the key talking points ahead of Saturday afternoon’s kick-off at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

On Today's Agenda:

Team News & Selection Di...

Everton are through to the fourth round of the Carabao Cup!

Join Ian Croll and Tony Scott on the Royal Blue podcast as they break down a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Wolves. It wasn't pretty, but David Moyes’ side got the job done to keep their impressive unbeaten start to the season alive.

On today's episode:

* Alcaraz the Match-Winner: Reaction to Carlos Alcaraz's decisive goal that sealed progression.

* Starboy Dibling: A deep dive into Tyler Dibling’s first start of the season—putting in arguably his finest performance yet in a Royal...

The ECHO’s Everton reporter Chris Beesley is joined by author and Evertonian Nathan O’Hagan for the latest edition of the Royal Blue podcast as the pair assess the season so far and preview the Blues’ Carabao Cup third round tie at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers. 

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The West Midlands outfit dumped David Moyes’ men out of the competition at Molineux at the same stage last year but Everton – unbeaten so far this term in five matches – will be looking to gain...

Join Chris Beesley, Joe Thomas, and Gavin Buckland on the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they dissect the key talking points, match reaction, and upcoming cup action for Everton Football Club.

On Today's Agenda:

Spurs Reaction & Analysis: The panel breaks down Saturday evening's 0-0 draw against Tottenham Hotspur. Facing a Spurs side that entered the match winless and goalless, the lads debate whether taking a point represents a solid result given Everton's poor recent record against them, or if it was a missed opportunity to claim all three points.

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Ian Croll and Chris Beesley return to the Royal Blue studio to preview Everton’s trip down to London as they take on a winless and goalless Tottenham Hotspur in Saturday’s evening kick-off. Can the Toffees take advantage of Spurs' slow start and head back to Merseyside with three vital points?

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Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland return to the Royal Blue channel to break down all the latest major talking points surrounding Everton Football Club! 🔵🎙️

On this episode:

2-2 vs Manchester United — The Final Word: Ian and Gav give their post-match analysis on the dramatic 2-2 draw against Manchester United. The lads reflect on the performance, the key moments, and what the result tells us about the team's ongoing progress.

The Friedkins & Everton Ownership Future: A deep dive into the biggest news of the last week. With reports circulating that The Friedkin Group are open to fr...

Connor O'Neill is joined by Joe Thomas and Chris Beesley for a thrilling edition of the Royal Blue Podcast as they digest Everton’s dramatic 2-2 draw against Manchester United at Hill-Dickinson Stadium. On Today’s Show: Injury-Time Heroics: Trailing late into stoppage time, debutant Ainsley Maitland-Niles unleashed a sensational 96th-minute strike to take the roof off the Hill Dickinson Stadium and claim a hard-fought point for the Blues. Transfer Window Fallout: The lads break down the chaotic end to the transfer window, debating whether David Moyes’ squad has been left dangerously thin despite their resilient performance on the pitch...

Ian Croll and Tony Scott react to a stunning, late-gasp finish at Hill Dickinson Stadium as Everton snatch a 2-2 draw against Manchester United. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Just as the game looked out of reach, Ainsley Maitland-Niles stepped up in the dying seconds to unleash a brilliant long-range strike, rescuing a massive point for the Blues and sending the stadium into absolute bedlam. Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC channel so you never miss an episode, and leave your thoughts in the comments below! #Everton #EF...

Join Ian Croll and Chris Beesley on the Royal Blue podcast as they dissect the chaotic fallout from Everton's transfer deadline day. After the club failed to back up promises of a strong recruitment window, the panel assesses what many fans have called a shambolic saga.

The lads break down the exit of star player Iliman Ndiaye and examine how an 11th-hour deal for Monaco forward Folarin Balogun collapsed at the death—leaving Everton with just one fit senior striker after sanctioning Beto’s departure to Fiorentina only hours prior.

Plus, attention turns back to the...

Join Ian Croll and Tony Scott on the Royal Blue podcast as they deliver their final verdict on Everton’s summer transfer window following a dramatic, chaotic deadline day.

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It was an agonizing end to the window for the Blues, losing star player Iliman Ndiaye to Manchester City and suffering a late blow when forward target Folarin Balogun pulled out of a deal at the eleventh hour—despite being at Finch Farm.

While Everton managed to bring in Jac...

Join Chris Beesley and Joe Thomas for the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they break down all the key talking points, match analysis, and transfer chatter coming out of Finch Farm.

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The panel kicks off today’s show with a brief look back at Everton’s 1-1 draw against Bournemouth. Did the Toffees drop two vital points, or was a hard-fought draw on the South Coast a fair reflection of the performance? Chris and Joe examine the ta...

Chris Beesley is joined in the studio by Connor O’Neill for the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they discuss Iliman Ndiaye's potential move to Manchester City, the closing days of Everton’s transfer window, the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Jack Grealish’s future, and the Blues’ upcoming Premier League clash against Bournemouth. On Today’s Show: Iliman Ndiaye Latest: Manchester City are very interested in signing Everton's star attacker, Iliman Ndiaye. With just a few days to go before the transfer window slams shut, can Everton afford to lose Ndiaye and if they do, how much would be e...

Ian Croll and Joe Thomas return to dissect Everton’s season opener as the Toffees kicked off their Premier League campaign with a 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace. The lads break down a classic tale of two halves—from riding their luck through a shaky first 45 minutes to taking full control, converting their chances, and securing three vital points for manager David Moyes.

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With that opening-day win easing early-season tension, attention turns directly to squad depth and the transfer window...

Join Ian Croll and Paul Wheelock on the Royal Blue Podcast for our post-match reaction as Everton secure a brilliant 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace. The lads break down all the key talking points from an ideal opening weekend at Hill Dickinson. Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Who was your Man of the Match, and how high can Everton aim after a start like that? Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the NOTIFICATION BELL so you never miss a Royal Blue Podcast update! #Everton #EFC #RoyalBluePodcast #PremierLeague #CrystalPalace #HillDickinsonStadium #PostMatchReaction

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Join Ian Croll, Gavin Buckland, and Connor O'Neill on the Royal Blue Podcast as they dissect David Moyes' pre-match press conference ahead of Everton's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.

The panel dives deep into all the main talking points coming out of Finch Farm, dissecting the manager’s tactical setup, squad selection dilemmas, and crucial injury updates as the Toffees prepare for matchday.

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Ian Croll and Tony Scott are back in the Royal Blue studio to break down a massive week of Everton news as the Toffees prepare for their season opener against Crystal Palace.

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David Moyes has finally broken his summer silence ahead of the match, offering an honest assessment of Everton’s transfer window so far. With the deadline fast approaching, Moyes reiterated that the club is still actively striving to do more business. The manager also evaluated the new...

Join Ian Croll, Chris Beesley, and Connor O'Neill on the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they dissect all the biggest storylines, transfer rumors, and pre-season developments coming out of Everton Football Club.

On Today's Agenda:

The Right-Back Dilemma: With Toffees fans desperate for a specialist right-back before the transfer window closes, will Everton finally get a deal over the line for a top target? Or will the club rely on existing options following positive performances from Merlin Röhl filling in at the back?

Lille Pre-Season Reaction: The panel reflects o...

Welcome back to the Royal Blue Podcast! Join Chris Beesley and Joe Thomas as they sit down to dissect all the latest news, rumours, and talking points coming out of Everton Football Club.

On today's agenda, the lads react to the breaking news that Tim Iroegbunam’s proposed switch to Hull City is OFF. With the midfielder set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines following a serious hamstring injury sustained last weekend, Chris and Joe discuss what this means for the player and Everton's squad depth moving forward.

Attentions then turn to the pitch, as...

Welcome back to Royal Blue: Everton FC! Host Ian Croll is joined by Tony Scott to react to Everton’s latest pre-season action and dissect a massive round of summer transfer activity at Goodison Park.

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Reaction to Everton’s impressive 3-1 pre-season win over Newcastle in Scotland. Thierno Barry, Harrison Armstrong, and Tyrique George all turned in eye-catching performances—giving David Moyes plenty of food for thought ahead of the new campaign.

Brennan Johnson Joins the Blues: Breaking...

Ian Croll is joined by Chris Beesley for the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they dissect a huge transfer swap deal, Idrissa Gueye’s emotional departure, and preview Everton’s upcoming pre-season clash against Newcastle United.

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On Today's Show:

McNeil & Johnson Swap Agreed: Everton and Crystal Palace have agreed a deal that will see Toffees winger Dwight McNeil head to Selhurst Park, with Wales international Brennan Johnson moving in the opposite direction. The panel breaks...

Chris Beesley is joined by Joe Thomas reporting from Germany for the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they discuss Andy Burnham’s demands to Everton, the ongoing right-back dilemma and The Blues’ pre-season trip to Stuttgart. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. On Today’s Show: Update from Germany: Joe Thomas fills us in on all of the latest coming out of Everton’s pre-season camp in Germany from training to decisions over this season’s captaincy. The ongoing Right-Back dilemma: The boys discuss Everton’s search for a r...

In this special international edition of the Royal Blue Podcast, Joe Thomas dials in from Everton's pre-season training camp in Germany to join Chris Beasley for a comprehensive update on the Blues' summer progress.

Following a morale-boosting victory over Hamburg, Joe breaks down the standout performers and the glaring tactical gaps—specifically the desperate need for a specialist defensive midfielder and a new right-back. The pair discuss the club’s active pursuit of Brentford's Christian Nørgaard and Celtic's Alistair Johnston as sensible, short-term solutions.

The conversation then turns to the intense speculation surrounding Illumin Ndiay...

Connor O’Neill is joined by Chris Beesley and Gavin Buckland for the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they break down Everton’s 2-1 win in Germany against Hamburg, all the latest transfer developments and Chelsea’s “ludicrous” punishment for breaching FA rules!
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On Today’s Show:
Everton 2-1 Hamburg: The Blues win in Germany after Braiden Graham produced the decisive moment, forcing an own goal in stoppage time after Merlin Rohl had put Everton in front earlier on in...

Connor O’Neill is joined by Chris Beesley for the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they break down The Friedkin Group’s £38m cash injection into Everton, Alistair Johnston transfer speculation and Iliman Ndiaye’s potential move to Al-Hilal! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. On Today’s Show: The Friedkin Group’s £38m cash injection: Everton have received a £38million cash injection from owners The Friedkin Group to cover the club's compensation payment to Burnley after The Clarets claimed damages for losses caused by relegation from the Premier Le...

Ian Croll is joined by Gav Buckland and Chris Beesley for the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they break down all the talking points from Everton's pre-season and dissect the massive transfer speculation surrounding Iliman Ndiaye!

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On Today’s Agenda:

Stoke City 1–0 Everton Reaction: The Toffees fall to a narrow 1-0 defeat against Stoke City in their third pre-season test of the summer. While a defeat is never ideal, the priority remains match fitness and ge...

Ian Croll and Joe Thomas return on the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast to discuss breaking transfer news and analyze Everton’s second pre-season outing of the summer!

🔵 On Today's Show:

* 🇸🇦 Iliman Ndiaye to Al Hilal? Reports from Fabrizio Romano reveal that Saudi Pro League outfit Al Hilal have opened talks to sign Iliman Ndiaye. While negotiations are in the early stages, Ndiaye is high on Al Hilal's shortlist, and the player’s representatives are believed to be open to discussions. Romano updates state direct talks are set to advance this week on both player a...

Join Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland on the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they unpack all the key talking points surrounding Everton Football Club! 🔵

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With the transfer window heating up, questions are beginning to mount. Is the current lack of spending a cause for concern, or is there a bigger strategic picture at play under The Friedkin Group? The panel dive deep into ownership expectations, hierarchy decisions, and potential squad departures.

📋 ON THE AGENDA:

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Goodison Heartbreak, Barkley Magic, Freaky Bellingham & Taking the Gamble: Bolton's Richie Kyle.

Ahead of Everton's pre-season friendly against Bolton Wanderers on Saturday, July 25, Connor O'Neill sits down for a candid, wide-ranging chat with Scouser, lifelong Toffee, and Bolton Assistant Manager Richie Kyle!

From working as a school teacher to taking a massive gamble to enter academy football, Richie reflects on his incredible journey climbing through the leagues with the likes of Blackpool, Forest Green, Watford, the England Youth setup, Luton Town, and now Bolton.

Divided Loyalties: Richie takes us behind the scenes of...

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Join Ian Croll and Joe Thomas as they dive deep into the latest Everton talking points, fresh off the Blues’ pre-season victory over Dundee. What did we learn from the performance, and who is staking a claim for a starting spot?

The lads also dissect the latest transfer market rumblings. With Thierno Barry and Tyler Dibling dominating the rumor mill, Ian and Joe break down the scouting reports—including some intriguin...

Grab your wedges and get moving. Join Ian Croll and Joe Thomas for a completely unique episode of the Royal Blue Podcast.

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This week, the lads have swapped the studio for the upper tiers of Everton's state-of-the-art Hill Dickinson Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock. Hitting tee shots from the stands down to the pitch below as part of the spectacular Upper Deck Golf event, Ian and Joe chat all things Toffees between swings.

From pre-season preparations to massive tr...

Welcome back to Royal Blue, your ultimate Everton FC fan channel!

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In today’s episode, Ian Croll and Tony Scott sit down to dissect a whirlwind start to the summer transfer window. With David Moyes looking to put his stamp on the squad, the Toffees have already got some serious business over the line. But the big question hanging over Finch Farm is: Are we actually better off, or are we worse off at this stage of the summer?

Welcome back to the Royal Blue Podcast!

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Join host Ian Croll and the Liverpool Echo's Everton FC reporter Chris Beesley as they dive into a packed agenda covering the latest major talking points surrounding Everton Football Club.

On today’s show:

The Djed Spence Verdict: Everton are reportedly tracking England star Djed Spence to solve the long-standing right-back dilemma. But is he the right fit for the Blues? How much will he cost, and has his...

Join Ian Croll, Chris Beesley, and Gavin Buckland as they unpack a busy agenda surrounding Everton Football Club. The summer break is officially over, and the hard work begins today as senior players return to Finch Farm for their initial pre-season testing and assessments.

The guys also dive into the transfer mill to dissect the reports linking 20-year-old winger Tyler Dibling with a move to German side RB Leipzig—less than a year after his high-profile £35 million move from Southampton. Plus, there is a bizarre update on Goodison Park's upcoming schedule, as the historic stadium prepares to hos...

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Join Ian Croll and Connor O’Neill as they break down a massive week of transfer business at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, with Everton securing two major young talents on permanent deals.

📋 On The Agenda:

 Tyrique George is a Blue! The dynamic 20-year-old winger officially completes a permanent move from Chelsea on a four-year deal following his loan spell. The lads dive into the hefty reported fee—is it a coup f...

Welcome back to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel!

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In today's episode, your host Chris Beesley is joined by Joe Thomas to break down a massive week of news for the Toffees, both on the international stage and in the summer transfer market.

On the Agenda:

🧤 Jordan Pickford’s England Heroics: The Everton and England No.1 has done it again! Following a breathless, historic 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, nationa...

Everton have completed the signing of Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough for an undisclosed fee.

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In this episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, host Ian Croll sits down with Teesside Live's Middlesbrough reporter, Craig Johns, to get the absolute lowdown on Everton’s new midfielder, Hayden Hackney.

With Hackney officially an Everton player, we bring in the expert insight to find out exactly what Evertonians can expect from their potential new signing.

On the agenda:

⚽ W...

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In today's episode, Ian Croll is joined by Gavin Buckland to dissect an incredibly busy week of news surrounding Everton Football Club, covering everything from massive commercial updates to crucial transfer market movements.

Here is what’s on the agenda for today's show:

⚽ New Shirt Sponsor Agreed: Everton have locked in a new front-of-shirt sponsorship deal just ahead of the highly anticipated launch of the new home kit. We disc...

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Following Steve Clarke's departure after Scotland’s exit from the World Cup, the bookies have officially installed Everton manager David Moyes as one of the clear frontrunners to take over the Scotland National Team job.

Host Ian Croll is joined by Paul Wheelock and Connor O’Neill to break down what this means for the Toffees. 

Could Moyes genuinely be tempted by international management with his home...

Welcome back to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube channel!

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In today’s episode, Chris Beesley, Joe Thomas, and Gavin Buckland sit down to dissect a massive week of off-field strategy and transfer negotiations as the Blues reshape the squad for the upcoming campaign.

On the Agenda:

The Hayden Hackney Saga Dragging On ⏳ Everton are ready to up their bid closer to Middlesbrough's £20million+ valuation for the Championship Player of the Season. The lads break down the...

The summer transfer window is officially open, but things are moving a little too quietly for comfort at Finch Farm. Should Evertonians be hitting the panic button already, or is it simply a case of trusting the process?

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In this episode of the Royal Blue Podcast, host Ian Croll is joined by Connor O’Neil and Connor Williams to unpack a frustratingly quiet start to the summer. The team delivers a balanced, clear-eyed discussion on whether the current lack of t...