Everton announced that Goodison park will be new home stadium for the women’s team. The future of the iconic stadium was uncertain for a while but after “an in-dept review” by The Friedkin Group, they decided Goodison Park must be kept at the heart of Everton’s community. The women’s team will relocate for the start of the 2025/2026 Women’s Super League season.
The rapid growth of Everton women
Everton Women’s move to Goodison Park will be supported by phased upgrades to ensure facilities are in place ahead of the new season, while also boosting local businesses through increased matchday footfall.
Goodison will remain a cornerstone of Liverpool’s sporting and cultural identity, hosting Everton Women, selected Academy fixtures, and an expanded Everton in the Community presence in L4.
Walton Hall Park will continue to play a key role in grassroots and development programmes for women’s and girls’ football.
TFG’s continued investment in the Women’s team reflects its ambition to build a side capable of challenging for honours, underpinned by elite facilities and a historic home ground.
Reactions from Captain Finnigan and Angus Kinnear
Megan Finnigan, captain of Everton Women, said: “This move is a testament to where the women’s game is right now and, more importantly, where it is heading. Goodison is a magical stadium with a deep heritage and close ties to the local community. Leading the team out for that first home match of next season will be nothing short of a career highlight – and the prospect of what Everton Women can become with such an iconic ground to call our home is hugely exciting.”
Angus Kinnear, CEO of Everton, said: “We know how treasured Goodison is, not only to every Evertonian, but to the game itself, and being able to keep such an iconic stadium at the heart of the legacy project is something that has been incredibly important to us. From next season, we are proud to say our women will have an unrivalled permanent home in the WSL – another statement of intent as we look to build the foundations that will help us challenge for trophies.
“The women’s game has grown significantly in recent years, and we believe that growth will continue and accelerate. We’re under no illusions; there are obstacles we need to overcome to make this a success both practically and economically, but we’re confident that we will overcome those challenges. The value of investing in the women’s game has been demonstrated by our ownership group at AS Roma, with impressive results on the pitch. We believe Everton Women can emulate that success and go even further, with one of the most revered grounds in the history of the game as their permanent home.”
Source: http://www.evertonfc.com
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