Richard Keys
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Pranav Shahaney
Sun 18 May 2025 15:40, UK
Wayne Rooney spoke to Richard Keys and Andy Gray ahead of the final game at Goodison Park between Everton and Southampton.
The Toffees gave their fans a lot to cheer for, picking up a 2-0 victory against the already-relegated side.
Iliman Ndiaye scored both goals to win the final three points at the club’s iconic stadium.
Ndiaye has been an impressive signing. (Credit: Imago)
Rooney gets dragged off post awkward interview with Keys and Gray
Ahead of the game, Keys and Gray were on the pitch, talking to Rooney as part of the build-up.
He spoke about Goodison Park playing such an important role in the history of the club and how he felt like playing there.
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The former Toffees forward even told Gray that he was too young to watch him play.
However, after a minute, he was dragged away for something else in what was an awkward interview.
Rooney said: “It’s bad, obviously, as a Scouser growing up. I was actually too young to watch you play. To play here and support this club and achieve my dreams. Now it’s going to be gone. It’s weird. It’s bad, obviously, to feel real.”
Everton fans must now make Hill Dickinson Stadium a fortress
The win was not just a game but a lasting memory, ensuring Everton departed Goodison on a high note before transitioning to the Hill Dickinson Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.
To make the new 52,888-capacity stadium a fortress, fans can channel Goodison’s legendary atmosphere, known for its raucous support, especially in the Gwladys Street End.
By continuing traditions, organising vibrant flag and banner displays as done by the 1878s group, and maintaining unrelenting vocal support, Evertonians can intimidate opponents.
Engaging in pre-match rituals, like gathering at local pubs such as The Winslow Inn, and leveraging the stadium’s modern design to amplify noise, will ensure Hill Dickinson becomes an impregnable home, preserving Everton’s passionate legacy.
The stadium looks great and if the Toffees are to once again become one of England’s top clubs again, they have to make their new home a fortress.
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