Everton U21s vs Bolton B
Sunday sees the second test event for the new Everton Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock take place, with 25,000 fans watching Everton U21s play Bolton Wanderers B team. Kick-off: 2 pm GMT.
The test event is part of a process that will allow the club to obtain the necessary licence and safety certificates to operate the Everton Stadium at its full capacity of 52,888 when it officially opens ahead of the 2025-26 Premier League season.
Everton Under-21s are pushing for a play-off spot in Premier League 2 and are currently in 14th place, with the top 16 in the table advancing to the knock-out rounds.
U21s Head Coach, Paul Tait is sure that this test will provide the players with a huge lift for what will be a fantastic moment for players, staff and families alike.
“There's a real buzz as we get closer and we’re preparing,” Tait told the club website.
“The lads were looking on a little bit enviously when the Under-18s got the first test event, so they have all been champing at the bit to get to Bramley-Moore Dock.
“(It’s the same for) staff as well. It’s going to be a fantastic occasion for them and their families to get on that turf and play in front of a crowd of 25-30,000, we're hearing.
“It will be just a fantastic experience, something that they will never forget for the rest of their lives.
“I’ve already told them that they'll all play,” said Tait. “So however long we play, they'll all get some minutes on the pitch.
“It's only fair, and I've actually got a couple of lads who've been injured and they're fit next week.
“They're all queueing up to get on that pitch, so they’re looking forward to it.”
Fans who were unlucky in the ballot for tickets or who can't make it to this event can watch a live stream of the game for free on the club’s official YouTube channel.
Coverage of the young Toffees’ friendly fixture will get under way at 1:30 pm GMT.
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