The 2024/25 Premier League season promises to be one of the most emotional campaigns in Everton’s storied history as the Toffees prepare to bid farewell to their beloved Goodison Park after 133 years. Crickex brings you an in-depth analysis of Everton’s fixture list, key dates, and tactical challenges in their final season at the spiritual home of English football.
The Goodison Park Farewell Tour
Everton will begin their historic season under the lights at Goodison Park against Brighton & Hove Albion on August 17, marking Fabian Hurzeler’s first competitive match as Brighton manager. The season’s narrative will come full circle when Southampton visit Merseyside on May 18 for what could be Everton’s final Premier League match at their iconic stadium before the move to Bramley-Moore Dock in 2025/26.
Merseyside Derby Showdowns
The fixture computer has delivered two mouthwatering Merseyside derbies that will live long in the memory:
- December 7: Liverpool visit Goodison Park for potentially the last Premier League derby at the old ground
- April 2: The return fixture at Anfield could have huge implications for both clubs’ European aspirations
Former Everton defender Alan Stubbs told Crickex: “These derbies will carry extra significance with Goodison’s farewell. The atmosphere will be electric – players need to channel that emotion positively.”
Tactical Challenges in Key Fixtures
Festive Period Crunch
The Boxing Day trip to Manchester City begins a brutal 8-day stretch that includes:
- Chelsea (H) – Dec 21
- Man City (A) – Dec 26
- Nottingham Forest (H) – Dec 29
Sports scientist Dr. Emma Collins warns: “This schedule tests squad depth. Everton must manage player workload carefully to avoid the traditional festive burnout.”
Season-Defining April
The run-in features a gauntlet of top-six opponents:
- Liverpool (A) – Apr 2
- Arsenal (H) – Apr 5
- Man City (H) – Apr 19
- Chelsea (A) – Apr 26
Full Fixture Breakdown
August
17: Brighton (H)
24: Tottenham (A)
31: Bournemouth (H)
September
14: Aston Villa (A)
21: Leicester (A)
28: Crystal Palace (H)
October
5: Newcastle (H)
19: Ipswich (A)
26: Fulham (H)
November
2: Southampton (A)
9: West Ham (A)
23: Brentford (H)
30: Man Utd (A)
December
3: Wolves (H)
7: Liverpool (H)
14: Arsenal (A)
21: Chelsea (H)
26: Man City (A)
29: Nott’m Forest (H)
January
4: Bournemouth (A)
14: Aston Villa (H)
18: Tottenham (H)
25: Brighton (A)
February
1: Leicester (H)
15: Crystal Palace (A)
22: Man Utd (H)
25: Brentford (A)
March
8: Wolves (A)
15: West Ham (H)
April
2: Liverpool (A)
5: Arsenal (H)
12: Nott’m Forest (A)
19: Man City (H)
26: Chelsea (A)
May
3: Ipswich (H)
10: Fulham (A)
18: Southampton (H)
25: Newcastle (A)
Key Dates for the 2024/25 Season
- Season Start: August 16, 2024
- Final Day: May 25, 2025
- Community Shield: August 10
- FA Cup Final: May 17
- Champions League Final: May 31
Why This Season Matters More Than Ever
As Everton prepares to write the final chapter at Goodison Park, every match becomes part of football history. From the first whistle against Brighton to the potential emotional farewell against Southampton, Crickex will be there to capture every moment of this transitional season.
For Toffees supporters worldwide, this isn’t just another Premier League campaign – it’s a celebration of 133 years of memories, a testament to Everton’s enduring spirit, and the dawn of an exciting new era at Bramley-Moore Dock.
All fixtures subject to change due to TV selections and other factors.
