Supporter Information: Everton v Nottingham Forest

Please see below key information for supporters attending Sunday’s fixture against Nottingham Forest at Goodison Park (KO 1.30pm).

FLAGS, BANNERS AND CARD TURN

A series of flags and banners will again be present in the lower tier of the Howard Kendall Gwladys St End. We respectfully encourage supporters to roll these back up at the conclusion of the game and leave them under the seats, for collection and use at future games.

In the Philip Carter Park Stand, there will be cards located on individual seats, which we ask fans to hold up at the appropriate time. All details are on the cards. Supporters may take these cards home after the game.

AROUND THE GROUND  

IN THE FAN ZONE  

The Fan Zone will be open at the Park End of Goodison Park from 11am.    

The live show, commencing at midday, will be hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside's Giulia Bould and there will be a performance on stage from Meg Birch.

Catering units will be on-site with hot and cold refreshments, while the Fan Zone also boasts a large, covered seating area where supporters can seek refuge should any inclement weather set in! 

TRY THE PARK END KITCHEN AND HOMEBAKED BAKERY!

Why not warm up for the match with a hot fresh meal from our Park End Kitchen?

The distinctive Royal Blue-branded food outlet, which was established following discussions with the Fans’ Forum, can be found in the Fan Zone behind the Sir Philip Carter Park Stand.

It serves a range of tasty dishes that differ from your traditional football stadium food offering, including Salt ‘n’ Pepper Fries topped with peppers, red onion and coriander, and a Katsu Chicken Curry.

Burger lovers are well catered for and can choose from a classic or gourmet chicken burger, while vegan supporters can enjoy a burger consisting of a Quorn buttermilk pattie topped with mild cheese and served with a tomato relish.

Also in the Fan Zone, the Homebaked Bakery offers fans the chance to sample the famous Homebaked Scouse Pie, the award-winning Vegan Scouse Pie, as well as Everton-themed pies The Blue (Steak & Stilton) and The Trinity Pie, in honour of Howard Kendall, Colin Harvey and Alan Ball. 

HERITAGE SOCIETY @ ST LUKE’S

The Heritage Society’s matchday exhibition will be open upstairs in St Luke’s Church from 10.30am.  

Take your chance to see rare Everton photographs and memorabilia and check out the various stalls selling t-shirts, prints, books, crafts and matchday programmes from down the years.    

DROP IN AND TALK TO THE FAN ADVISORY BOARD 

Supporters can meet and chat with members of Everton’s Fan Advisory Board (FAB) upstairs in St Luke’s Church ahead of this fixture.  

The drop-in sessions give Blues an opportunity to learn more about the FAB’s work, talk about anything Everton-related, and/or pass on any issues or feedback you would like them to raise with Club representatives.   

FAB members will be in attendance from 11.30am and no appointment is needed.  

If you’d like to contact the FAB outside of a matchday, you can do so by emailing FAB@EFC-FanAdvisoryBoard.com 

SUPPORTERS’ CODE OF CONDUCT / REPORTING DISCRIMINATION / SAFEGUARDING   

Everton Football Club has a strict, zero-tolerance approach to all incidents of discrimination and disorder.  

We remind supporters that all perpetrators of public order offences, which include racist or discriminatory behaviour, pitch encroachment and the throwing of objects and/or the use of any form of pyrotechnics (including smoke grenades, smoke bombs/canisters and flares) will receive lengthy stadium bans, potential police investigation and further possible legal sanctions.  

Flags must not contain anything considered to be offensive, discriminatory, or inflammatory, including politically motivated or nationalistic messaging. In line with Premier League guidance, supporters are advised that Israeli or Palestinian flags will not be permitted to be displayed at Premier League fixtures for the foreseeable future.      

The Club has reaffirmed its commitment to football’s collective stance in tackling anti-social and criminal behaviour at matches and is required to work with the authorities to identify any individuals who take part in unacceptable behaviour.  

If you witness any form of unsavoury or anti-social behaviour, harassment, or discrimination at a match, please report it.  

This can be done by speaking to a Club steward or a police officer or using Everton’s dedicated confidential reporting lines. Supporters can report any incidents to the Stadium Safety Team immediately by texting HELP and details of what has been witnessed and where to 84300, or by emailing reportit@evertonfc.com.  

Please note, the Club has increased the age of minors needing adult supervision to 14. ALL fans under 14 should, therefore, be accompanied by an adult. 

MATCHDAY PROGRAMME  

The Club’s official matchday programme can be purchased from sellers located in and outside of Goodison Park and is priced at £4.   

Jack Harrison stars as this week’s feature interview and supporters can also hear from manager Sean Dyche, captain Seamus Coleman and read our Q&A with Abdoulaye Doucoure.

Elsewhere, Everton Academy graduate Kieran Dowell is the subject of ‘6-a-side', there’s a feature looking back on the career of Duncan McKenzie, Lewis Warrington reveals his ideal music playlist, while Amadou Onana takes on The Takeover, revealing how he would shape his dream matchday.

GET YOUR MESSAGE ON GOODISON’S BIG SCREENS  

Whether you’re visiting Goodison for the first time or are a regular attendee, you could make your day that extra bit special by using #EFCMatchday.  

Simply post a message on social media using that hashtag and it could be shared on the screens inside the stadium and in the Fan Zone before kick-off, or at halftime. 

For more information on how to get your message on screen, please click here.  

*Please note - messages are moderated and not all messages posted using the hashtag can be shown.   

DONATE TO FANS SUPPORTING FOODBANKS 

Fans Supporting Foodbanks and their unmissable purple vehicle will be in the Fan Zone all season on matchdays. They will be accessible from Goodison Road.  

Match attending Blues are encouraged to donate non-perishable goods and a variety of dry products, such as rice or pasta, tinned foods (including tomatoes and tuna) or non-perishable packets such as breakfast cereals, biscuits, long-life milk, coffee, tea, fruit juice, sugar, and snack bars.  

Toiletries and children’s nappies are also gratefully received.  

Click here to learn more about the work of Fans Supporting Foodbanks.  

HEAD TO THE BLUE BASE BEFORE AND AFTER THE GAME   

The Blue Base will be open for pre-and post-match food and drink.  

The hub, on nearby Salop Street, features a fully licensed bar offering competitive prices, alongside a high-quality matchday food menu that includes vegetarian alternatives.  

With four giant TV screens and a projector, and children welcome, the Blue Base is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed matchday atmosphere.  

What’s more, all proceeds go directly to helping the Club’s official charity, Everton in the Community!  

MATCHDAY BUNDLE OFFER  

Our official catering partner, Sodexo, have the below offers, available from gates opening:  

• Buy one pint/bottle of Carling lager and receive your second half price
• Buy a standard pie and receive a free hot drink
• Family Enclosure only: Buy a sausage roll and receive a free hot drink or bottle of water

Note: This offer is available up until 30 minutes after the gates open  

CASHLESS EXPERIENCE AT GOODISON PARK        

Please be advised that Goodison Park is a cashless stadium – contactless and/or chip and pin payments are required in all areas.