Everton Dixie Dean
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Pranav Shahaney
Fri 21 March 2025 17:10, UK
Everton will be playing their final game at Goodison Park soon and moving to their new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.
A test event has already been held at the new stadium and everything appears to be in place for the Toffees to play their home games there from the 2025-26 campaign.
The last home game at Goodison Park is scheduled for 18 May when the Blues play host to relegation candidates Southampton.
Everton home ground Goodison Park. (Credit: Imago)
Dixie Dean statue will not be moved to Bramley-Moore Dock
Since May 2001, there has been a statue of Everton legend Dixie Dean outside the Everton home ground.
This is to commemorate his record-breaking 60th league goal in the 1927-28 season – a single-season top-flight record that still stands.
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It has become symbolic with the stadium as he is a club legend and his memory will live on for generations to come.
Everton career stats Dixie Dean
Games played 433
Goals scored 383
Trophies won 2 league titles, 1 FA Cup
Dixie Dean is an Everton legend.
The inscription reads: “Footballer, Gentleman, Evertonian,” encapsulating his character and contribution.
It has become symbolic of Goodison Park and this saw a fan ask Alan Myes, the Sky Sports news editor, whether or not it will be at the new ground as well.
To which he responded: “Staying at Goodison Park.”
Everton can look to have create new Dixie Dean relics at Bramley-Moore Dock
Everton can further celebrate Dixie Dean’s legacy in several meaningful ways, especially with the move from Goodison Park to Bramley-Moore Dock.
While the statue remains at Goodison, the club could create a digital tribute or interactive exhibit at the new stadium, featuring Dean’s highlights, goals and personal stories, ensuring his legacy resonates with new generations.
They could also commission a permanent display or mural at Bramley-Moore Dock, linking Dean’s history to Everton’s future.
Hosting an annual day with special matches, fan events or charity initiatives could deepen the connection while reintroducing the Dixie Dean Award for Merseyside’s Player of the Year could honour his regional impact.
Additionally, the club could collaborate with local schools and historians to educate fans about Dean’s life, reinforcing his status of being a gentleman and ensuring his memory endures as the club transitions to their new era.
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