Everton Football Club is making exciting moves both on and off the pitch as they continue to elevate their presence in women’s football.
Starting next season, the women’s team will call Goodison Park home, marking a significant milestone for the club’s women’s football journey.
This move comes as the men’s team is preparing to say goodbye to the iconic Goodison Park after their final match there this weekend.
They’ll soon begin their new chapter at the Bramley-Moore Dock stadium for the 2025-26 season.
A New Era for Everton Women
While the men’s team is set to leave Goodison Park behind, the women’s side is gearing up to settle into the legendary ground.
Everton women have been playing at Walton Hall Park, a smaller venue with a capacity of 2,200, since February 2020.
Now, with Goodison’s much larger capacity of 39,572, the women’s team will have a more fitting stage to showcase their talent in the WSL from the start of next season.
Growth and Ambition in Women’s Football
This move to Goodison Park isn’t just about bigger crowds – it’s a reflection of the growing stature of women’s football.
The decision follows an extensive review of the club’s future by The Friedkin Group, who took over the club in December.
Their support underscores the belief that the women’s game is not only growing but is set to reach even greater heights in the coming years.
Megan Finnigan, captain of Everton Women, expressed her excitement about the new chapter, calling Goodison Park a “magical stadium” with deep ties to the local community.
She sees it as a significant moment in her career, leading the team out onto the pitch for their first home game at the historic venue.
For Finnigan and her teammates, having Goodison as their permanent home represents more than just a venue change – it symbolizes the future of women’s football and the potential for even greater success.
The Commitment to the Women’s Game
Everton’s CEO, Angus Kinnear, also emphasized the importance of this move, acknowledging the significance of Goodison Park to Everton fans and the wider football community.
Kinnear highlighted the club’s commitment to women’s football and their long-term goals.
He’s confident that, despite the challenges ahead – both practically and economically – the women’s team will thrive at Goodison Park.
The club’s owners, who also manage AS Roma, have already proven their ability to build successful women’s teams, and they believe Everton Women can follow suit.
With one of the most revered stadiums in football as their new home, the club is making a bold statement about their ambitions to compete at the highest level, not just domestically but internationally as well.
Looking Ahead to the Future
As Everton Women prepare for this exciting transition, the move to Goodison Park is a clear statement of intent.
The club aims to build a strong foundation for future success and push for silverware in the women’s game.
It’s a thrilling time for the players, the fans, and the club as a whole, with the promise of even more history being made at one of football’s most iconic venues.