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Everton announce away credit change

Everton have moved to further reward travelling fans by making away cup matches eligible for away credits.

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Nevin: Landing Koeman was a coup for Everton

Former Everton winger and current football pundit Pat Nevin says that Everton are "waiting to be a turned into big club" again and that Ronald Koeman is the man to do it.

Lukaku into Euro2016 quarter-finals with Belgium

Romelu Lukaku and the Red Devils have progressed to the last eight thanks to an emphatic 4-0 win over Hungary in Toulouse.

Euros over for Irish Blues as they are beaten by France

Everton's Irish contingent are heading home from Euro2016 after falling to hosts France in Lyon this afternoon.

• Irish Times: Quiet McCarthy does his talking on the pitch
• Euro2016 Live Forum

Argentina on the wrong end of Copa America penalty drama

The world's No 1 ranked team's search for another international trophy goes on after they were beaten in a penalty shootout in the final in New Jersey, a result that prompted Lionel Messi to retire from international football.

Swiss exit means Tarashaj can prepare for life at Finch Farm

Switzerland were beaten in the first knockout game of Euro2016, a missed Granit Xhaka penalty in the shootout putting Poland through.

Howard heroics not enough to earn 3rd for USA

The United States ended their Copa America Centenario campaign against Colombia this evening where outgoing Everton 'keeper Tim Howard saw his first action.

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Quiet McCarthy does his talking on the pitch

A good article on James McCarthy bouncing back in Wednesday's game in Lille in which the Republic of Ireland overturned Italy to set up a round of 16 clash with France..

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How leaving the EU could alter player recruitment

Britan's exit from the European Union will have important ramifications for the ability of clubs to cherry pick young talent from the Continent, as well as increase the need for work permits for other players not already established in their international teams.

Dowell signs new three-year deal

Exciting midfield prospect Kieran Dowell has put pen to paper on a new contract at Everton that commits him to the Blues until 2019.

Everton announce Barnsley friendly

The Blues will play the Tykes at Oakwell on 23 July after another pre-season friendly was confirmed.

Coleman skippers Ireland to victory over Italy

Seamus Coleman wore the captain's armband as Ireland got the upset they needed against group leaders Italy to qualify for the knockout stages of Euro2016.

Koeman adds Feyenoord goalkeeping coach

Everton have appointed Everton Football Club Patrick Lodewijks as their new first-team goalkeeping coach.

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Romelu Lukaku: Seek stability not summer saga

In the wake of Mino Raiola's comments this week that seemed to cast doubt on he Belgian leaving Everton after all, Matt Stead writes that Lukaku would probably be best served by staying put.

Funes Mori into Copa America final with Albiceleste

Everton will have a representative in the final of the Copa America Centenario after Argentina thrashed the United States 4-0 in Houston.

'New project' could see Lukaku stay at Everton

Comments by the Belgian's agent, Mino Raiola, hint at some back-tracking by Romelu Lukaku over his desire to leave Goodison Park this summer.

Everton pair sit out bore draw in St Etienne

John Stones and Ross Barkley are now the only outfield players not to have seen action for England at Euro2016 as they were left unused on the bench.

• Live Forum

Ryazantsev: Everton is more than just a project

Speaking publicly for the first time since being appointed as Farhad Moshiri's man in the boardroom, Sasha Ryazantsev has spelled out not only how important Ronald Koeman's arrival will be to the club but also the plans for the Everton's future overall.

Everton snap up young Oldham 'keeper

The Blues have confirmed the acquisition of 18-year-old goalkeeper Chris Renshaw from the League One side.

Kenwright: Director of Football search ongoing

Everton remain committed to reshaping the team managerial structure at the club with the appointment of a sporting director.

Lukaku talks up potential PSG link

Romelu Lukaku continues to talk obliquely about a potential future away from Everton, describing Paris St Germain as the kind of "great project" he would like to be a part of.

Koeman aims to bring Dutch style to Goodison

Everton's new boss has been spelling out the way he likes his teams to play since his appointment was made official and he promises attacking football.

Funes Mori and Argentina into last four of Copa America

Ramiro Funes Mori and the Albiceleste beat Venezuela with room to spare in Massachusetts, setting up a semi-final clash with the USA.

Irish contingent sunk by Lukaku double in Bordeaux

Romelu Lukaku scored a brace for Belgium as the Red Devils' Euro2016 campaign came to life with a 3-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland.

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Ronald Koeman: ''I had to leave Southampton''

Koeman excited to take next step with Everton

Ronald Koeman addressed the media for the first time as Everton manager this afternoon where his backroom appointments were confirmed.

• Boss plans talks with staff and players
• St Mary's exit hastened by contract impasse
• Ronald Koeman: ''I had to leave Southampton''

Koeman will take time to assess player needs at Everton

Ronald Koeman will begin the process of assessing the squad of players he has inherited from Roberto Martinez now that he is on Merseyside and the formalities of his appointment are out the way.

Koeman: Contract impasse made it impossible to stay at Southampton

Ronald Koeman has cited disagreement with Southampton over his contract as being one of the main reasons why he elected to leave and take up the reins at Everton.

• Ronald Koeman: ''I had to leave Southampton''

First look at Goodison's facelift

Newly-released artist's impressions of the cosmetic changes planned for Goodison Park show how Everton's ground will hopefully look when the new season kicks off in August.

No action for Blues duo but England beat Wales

England took top spot in the group thanks to Daniel Sturridge's injury-time winner that broke Wales's stubborn defensive resistance.

• Euro2016: Day 7

Baines: Koeman the appointment we were hoping for

The left back says that the Dutchman's reputation speaks for itself and that his arrival has been well-received by the players.

Blues kick off against Spurs at home

Everton have been handed tough assignments to start and end the new season, paired with Tottenham on the opening day and ending away at Arsenal

Tarashaj makes Euros bow as Swiss draw

The Everton forward came on as a late substitute in his country's 1-1 draw with Romania, a result that keeps Switzerland on course for the knockout stages.

Funes Mori plays out wide for Argentina

Funes Mori featured again in a very impressive Argentina side, but playing an advanced left-wing-back role as they blew out Bolivia 3-0.

Koeman excited by Everton 'project'

The new Blues manager spoke with evertontv and described how the board's big plans were a significant factor in his decision to take up the reins at Goodison Park.

Koeman confirmed as Everton's new manager

Everton have finally confirmed the appointment of Ronald Koeman as the club's manager after reaching a compensation agreement with Southampton

• Nomadic Dutchman ready to make his mark?

Blues' Irish contingent held to draw by Sweden

Seamus Coleman served up the opening goal for Ireland but they had to be content with a point against Sweden after Kieran Clark's own goal.

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Déjà vu for Lukaku in Belgium defeat

The Everton striker endured another frustrating performance on the big stage and was substituted in the second half as the Red Devils were beaten 2-0 by Italy.

Oviedo grabs an assist as Costa Rica stun Colombia

The defender came off the bench and laid on what proved to be the winner for Celso Borges in a 3-2 victory that decided Copa America's Group A.

Everton duo watch on for England opener

As expected, John Stones and Ross Barkley were named on the bench and were unused by Roy Hodgson as England conceded in injury time against Russia.

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Funes Mori plays as Argentina rout Panama

The Everton defender was at the heart of his country's defence again in their second Copa America group match last night as the Albiceleste thrashed 10-man Panama.

Veteran trio released by Everton

Leon Osman, Steven Pienaar and Tony Hibbert are all on the club's list of players who have reached the end of their contracts and have not been offered new terms.

Everton announce MK Dons friendly

The Blues will take on the League One side in Milton Keynes on Tuesday 26th July at 7:45pm.

Southall's belated induction into Hall of Fame

Everton's legendary goalkeeper has been overlooked for the National Museum's honour roll until now but that will change in October.

Everton plan cosmetic upgrades to Goodison Park

Proposals include updated cladding on the corners of the stands, new banners for three sides of the ground and installation of the Holy Trinity statue.

Koeman announcement likely delayed until next week

Everton's confirmation of the Dutchman's arrival as Roberto Martinez's successor has reportedly been pushed back until early next week.

Gibson signs new deal at Everton

Darron Gibson has put pen to paper on a two-year extension to his contract which was due to expire this summer.

• Now or never for Darron Gibson

Pelle's agent claims contact with Everton

Graziano Pellè has emerged as an early summer transfer target for Everton after his agent revealed that he has fielded inquiries for the 30 year-old.

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Koeman appointment will banish 'plucky Everton' tag

Ronald Koeman's appointment will be seen as the day Everton banished the undignified notion of being a plucky outsider

Reports: Everton preparing new deals for Barkley and Stones

Everton hope to prepare the ground for Ronald Koeman's impending arrival by securing the young England duo on improved terms.

Blue Family campaign extended

Everton in the Community have extended its ‘Blue Family' campaign and giving Evertonians until 15th June to pre-order their limited-edition high-quality Everton-branded earphones as well as giving them the opportunity to win an assortment of exclusive prizes.

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Koeman arrives to herald new era of ambition at Goodison

It's a challenge to fully clear the cobwebs of complacency at Goodison, but Everton have a winner in the dugout for the first time in an age, writes blogger Chris Smith. Does Koeman's arrival represent the start of ambition?

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Everton fans” tales of how Ali watched 1966 Final after meeting Blues in Hyde Park

Following the recent passing of the boxing legend, the Echo's David Prentice revisits his piece on Muhammad Ali and his chance meeting with Everton supporters in Hyde Park prior to the 1966 FA Cup Final.

Funes Mori begins Copa America with a win

Argentina beat their neighbour and CONMEBOL foe Chile as the two countries kick off their respective Copa adventures at Levis Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

Koeman delay almost over as clubs agree terms

Updated Ronald Koeman is expected to be announced as Everton boss this Wednesday after compensation was agreed with Southampton.

• BBC, Sky Sports report deal is done
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Moshiri has options to complete Everton takeover

As documents that have been floating around the Internet for a while now show, the club's majority shareholder has agreements in place to potentially increase his stake to around 76%.

Lukaku on target again for Belgium

The 23-year-old has now scored in four straight pre-Euro2016 friendlies after firing in the opening goal for his country against Norway today.

Neville hits out at 'scandalous' criticism of Stones

Former Everton and England fullback Phil Neville has come to the defence of John Stones as the debate grows over which central defensive pairing Roy Hodgson should select at Euro2016.

Everton have 'green light' to appoint Koeman

De Telegraaf report that Everton have reached an agreement to pay off the remainder of the Dutchman's contract, clearing his path to Goodison

Everton have 'green light' to appoint Koeman

Everton have reached an agreement to pay off the remainder of the Dutchman's contract, clearing his path to Goodison after he agreed personal terms

• Nomadic Dutchman ready to make his mark?

McCarthy winning fitness race for Euro2016 opener

James McCarthy is confident that he will be fit to face Sweden when the Republic of Ireland kick off their campaign in the European Championship Finals on 13th June.

Agent: Everton in talks over Koeman deal

Updated Dutchman's agent says talks with Southampton are underway but Everton await permission to speak to him directly.

Everton snap up Sambou from Coventry

The club have completed the acquisition of Bassala Sambou from the Sky Blues on a three-year contract.

Reports claim Koeman close to Everton deal

Updated Ronald Koeman's return from holiday has ratcheted up talk of Everton's pursuit for him, with media on both sides of the Channel claiming the Saints boss is close to becoming the Blues' new manager.

Barkley overlooked by Hodgson as England win

Ross Barkley was again named as a substitute by Roy Hodgson but saw no action as England toiled to beat Portugal 1-0 in a Euro2016 warm-up game this evening.

Everton to play Man Utd in Rooney Testimonial

Everton have been chosen to play Manchester United on 3 August in Wayne Rooney's testimonial at Old Trafford.

Lukaku breakthrough for Belgium in friendly draw

Romelu Lukaku came off the bench to score an 89th-minute equaliser for his country as they were held by Finland in their pre-Euro2012 warm-up match.

Stones and Barkley go to the Euros

John Stones and Ross Barkley are named in the final squad of 23 England players for Euro2016

Everton trio make Ireland squad

Seamus Coleman, James McCarthy and Aiden McGeady have been included in Martin O'Neill's final 23 for Euro2016 but there is no place for Darron Gibson.

Stones: Quiet confidence in England camp

The Everton defender says that the 23 players selected in Roy Hodgson's squad today want to make the nation proud.

Tarashaj makes final Swiss squad

Everton forward Shani Tarashaj's bid to play in the European Championships has been successful.

Reports suggest Everton aren”t giving up on their top targets

Separate reports in England and Spain are claiming that the Blues are not letting up in their pursuit of Unai Emery and Ronald Koeman.

Bellew realises his Goodison dream with WBC belt

Tony Bellew's world title dream came true at his beloved Goodison Park tonight as he knocked out South African Ilunga Makabu in the third round for the world cruiserweight belt.

Lukaku on target in friendly victory

Romelu Lukaku scored Belgium's first goal in a 2-1 win over Switzerland as Shani Tarashaj was handed his third cap as a second-half substitute.

Everton par for the course under the lights

Everton would finish in the same place they ended up at the end of the 2015-16 season if all of their games were played under floodlights according to research by the UK's leading online LED lighting retailer, LED Hut.

Stones impresses but Barkley only a sub in England win

John Stones played the full 90 minutes and Ross Barkley came on for the last half an hour as England won their friendly with Australia

Replays to be scrapped for FA Cup quarter-finals

FA Cup ties will no longer go to replays beyond the fifth round of the competition following an announcement by the Football Association.

McCarthy expected to make Irish squad despite injury

The midfielder won't play in the Republic's friendly against the Netherlands on Friday but Martin O'Neill says he should be fit for Euro2016.

De Boer tipped to get the best out of Stones

Ronald de Boer says that his brother would be an ideal manager to oversee the continuing development of John Stones, a defender very much in Frank's mould.

Favre claims he was considered by Everton

Lucien Favre says that he was aware of interest from the Blues but infers that he didn't want to wait for the club to make a decision while he had an offer on the table from Nice.

Lukaku will hear Moshiri out but wants silverware

Romelu Lukaku says that it's time for him to 'write a CV' by winning titles but has given further hints that it won't be with Everton.

Barry: I want to keep going

Gareth Barry says he has plenty of time to relax when he retires and he has no desire to hang up his boots any time soon.

Sevilla chief: Emery is not on the market

The club's president, Jose Castro, says that Unai Emery is staying with Los Rojiblancos despite reported interest from Everton and AC Milan.

Funes Mori given go-ahead for Olympics

Everton appear to have granted permission to Argentina for Ramiro Funes Mori to play in both the Copa America and the 2016 Olympic Games this summer.

Everton nominated for five awards

Everton and Sodexo have been nominated for five honours at the forthcoming 2016 Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards.

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Docks is the opportunity Blues can't miss again

The Echo's Greg O'Keeffe argues that after letting the Kings Dock fall through their fingers over a decade ago, if there's a chance of securing a stadium on Liverpool's north docks, it's one Everton should grab with both hands.

De Boer 'would take Everton job' if offered

Ronald de Boer says that his brother, Frank, is keen to talk to Everton about the managerial vacancy at Goodison Park.

McGeady out in the cold but could yet make Euro2016

The Irish international's season at club level may have hit rock bottom but he still has hopes of being involved in next month's European Championships.

Lukaku talks of players' "broken" relationship with Martinez

In his latest comments to the Belgian media, Romelu Lukaku puts Everton's struggles over the last quarter of the season down to fractured relations between the players and the manager.

Stones plays as England edge Turkey

John Stones was in the starting XI for England's friendly against Turkey at the Etihad Stadium while Ross Barkley was an unused substitute.

Report claims Everton to hold talks with Emery

Everton are expected to sit down with Sevilla manager Unai Emery about the vacant manager's role "within 72 hours" according to The Telegraph and ESPN.

• Emery: Flavour of the month or genuine article?
• Everton hold talks with Pellegrini?
• Emery happy at Sevilla

Lukaku: I've made my decision

Romelu Lukaku has suggested his mind is made up about his future, hinting that he probably won't be playing for Everton next season

Everton reportedly preparing new deal for Davies

The club will seek to tie the 17-year-old to an improved new contract following his recent breakthrough into the first team.

Lukaku strike named FA Cup goal of the season

Romelu Lukaku's excellent first goal in the FA Cup quarter final against Chelsea was selected as the best of the tournament.

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Could new Everton stadium prove attractive to docks owner Peel?

Peel Holdings, the owner and developer of the north docks area that is believed to be under consideration by Everton as a site for a new stadium, have not shown much appetite for the inclusion of a sporting arena in their plans for Liverpool Waters. Could they be persuaded if a new ground for the Blues would help kickstart development of the area.

De Boer looking forward as he departs Ajax

The rumoured Everton managerial target says he does not know what he will do next but is ready for his "next adventure."

Ginola suffers heart attack

Updated Former Everton midfielder David Ginola is recovering in hospital after undergoing a quadruple heart bypass operation following his cardiac arrest yesterday afternoon.

Everton set for season ticket sales record

The club are reportedly on target to break their previous records for season ticket uptake with sales currently 10% up on last season.

Tarashaj named in provisional Swiss squad

Everton's Shani Tarashaj is a step closer to realising his dream of playing at Euro2016 after he was named in Switzerland's initial 28-man squad for the tournament.

Goodison hosts schools finals day

Leighton Baines and Jonjoe Kenny were the special guests as Goodison Park hosted the prestigious Premier League Schools Tournament for the very first time on Tuesday.