Goodison Park to become home of Everton Women | OneFootball

Goodison Park will not be demolished and instead will become the permanent home of Everton Women, from the start of the 2025/26 Women’s Super League season.

As the men’s senior team moves to the new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, Everton Women will relocate to the iconic stadium that has served the club since 1892.

The decision follows an in-depth review of the Goodison Legacy project by The Friedkin Group (TFG) since their takeover in December which determined that football must be kept at the heart of Everton’s community.

The women have been playing at Walton Hall Park, which will remain and continue to serve grassroots, community, and development programmes for women’s and girls’ football.

Angus Kinnear, CEO of Everton, said:  “We know how treasured Goodison is, not only to every Evertonian, but to the game itself.

“From next season, we are proud to say our women will have an unrivalled permanent home in the WSL – another statement of intent as we look to build the foundations that will help us challenge for trophies.

“The women’s game has grown significantly in recent years, and we believe that growth will continue and accelerate. We’re under no illusions; there are obstacles we need to overcome to make this a success both practically and economically, but we’re confident that we will overcome those challenges.

“The value of investing in the women’s game has been demonstrated by our ownership group at AS Roma, with impressive results on the pitch. We believe Everton Women can emulate that success and go even further, with one of the most revered grounds in the history of the game as their permanent home.”

Megan Finnigan, captain of Everton Women, added: “This move is a testament to where the women’s game is right now and, more importantly, where it is heading. Goodison is a magical stadium with a deep heritage and close ties to the local community.

“Leading the team out for that first home match of next season will be nothing short of a career highlight – and the prospect of what Everton Women can become with such an iconic ground to call our home is hugely exciting.”

Nikki Doucet, CEO Women’s Super League Football, said: “This is a defining moment for Everton Women in a move that will play a key role in the continued progress of women’s football in England.

“Establishing Goodison Park as a purpose-driven home for the women’s team sends a powerful signal – not just about ambition, but about belief. Belief in the players, the fans, and in what the women’s game can become when given the stage it deserves.”