Everton unveil plans for Goodison's farewell fixture

Everton have released details of the plans for the final Premier League home game at Goodison Park which takes place on 18 May against Southampton.

Per a press release from the club today: 

Plans for the historic visit of Southampton on Sunday 18 May (KO 12pm) include pre-match activity in and around the ground and a post-match ceremony that will bring together current players and Blues greats to celebrate 133 years of the Grand Old Lady.  

Before kick-off, The 1878s supporters’ group will stage a special coach welcome to create a vibrant, passionate atmosphere as the players arrive at the stadium. More information on the route the team coach will take into the stadium and safety information for supporters will be provided across Club and 1878 channels in the days before the game.  

Following the final whistle, Evertonians will be asked to remain in their seats for a special on-pitch celebration that will include guest presenters, appearances from current and former players, live musical performances, and specially curated big screen content that captures the spirit, memories and history of the stadium. The ceremony, called ‘End of an Era’, will last for approximately one hour.  
 
Once the match has ended, supporters will be able to purchase food and drink – including alcohol – on Goodison’s concourses and return to their seats to enjoy the show. Consumption of alcohol will be permitted within the stadium bowl from the full-time whistle until bars close at 2.45pm.  

To help ensure a safe and respectful environment on the day, Everton and Merseyside Police are politely asking supporters without a ticket for the match not to travel to or congregate around Goodison Park. This is to protect the safety of local residents, fans, players, staff, and to allow those inside the stadium to fully participate in what will be a deeply significant day for the Everton family. 

The Club has also reminded supporters that any unauthorised damage or removal of seats, fixtures or artefacts from the stadium may be treated as criminal damage. In such cases, Season Tickets or Premium Memberships for Everton Stadium could be withdrawn. Season Ticket Members will have the option to purchase their Season Ticket seat and receive it in a specially-commissioned Goodison Park presentation box from Friday 9 May. More information about this can be found here.  

Everton Football Club would like to thank all supporters for their continued loyalty, passion and understanding — and for coming together to give Goodison Park the send-off it so richly deserves.