Matt Posted July 21, 2014 Report Share Posted July 21, 2014 Trying to polish a turd comes to mind. Im wondering if because our pre-season games last season were against really good opposition, it affected us in the first 3 games and so this year, make it a bit easier so we're a bit fresher? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted July 21, 2014 Report Share Posted July 21, 2014 Im wondering if because our pre-season games last season were against really good opposition, it affected us in the first 3 games and so this year, make it a bit easier so we're a bit fresher? great point, definitely a possibility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted July 21, 2014 Report Share Posted July 21, 2014 Im wondering if because our pre-season games last season were against really good opposition, it affected us in the first 3 games and so this year, make it a bit easier so we're a bit fresher? In previous pre-seasons we played crap sides and had bad starts to the season. We drew our first three games because we couldn't put teams away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddock Posted July 21, 2014 Report Share Posted July 21, 2014 In previous pre-seasons we played crap sides and had bad starts to the season. We drew our first three games because we couldn't put teams away. Because we didn't have a striker of sorts. Sibdane and Matt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted July 21, 2014 Report Share Posted July 21, 2014 In previous pre-seasons we played crap sides and had bad starts to the season. I think that's more down to Moyes' methods than anything. I do think its important to have a couple of tough games in the build up just before the season actually starts. We might not have the star studded teams of last season but its not like we are playing pub teams either. They are all top flight clubs in their respective leagues bar Tranmere. Porto are a CL/Uefa cup regular and Celta Vigo finished on the same points as Valencia last season in La Liga and finished 9th. I think they are solid teams and whilst none of those teams are going to win the CL or anything like that like Real did last season, they certainly arent mugs either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 21, 2014 Report Share Posted July 21, 2014 In previous pre-seasons we played crap sides and had bad starts to the season. We drew our first three games because we couldn't put teams away. That was under Moyes though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vranny Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 Quick question: does anyone know if the EvertonTV pre-season package provides the option to watch the matches in full at a later date? I wouldn't mind catching some vision of the friendly fixtures, while at the same time supporting the club, but I'm not too keen at waking up at 4:30 am here in Oz to catch a bloody friendly against Tranmere! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 Quick question: does anyone know if the EvertonTV pre-season package provides the option to watch the matches in full at a later date? I wouldn't mind catching some vision of the friendly fixtures, while at the same time supporting the club, but I'm not too keen at waking up at 4:30 am here in Oz to catch a bloody friendly against Tranmere! Dont think they did last year, but you could watch the 20 mins highlights if I remember correctly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vranny Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 Yeah, they mention highlights are available after the game, but regarding the full 90 minutes they're a little more vague. They mention that you're able to watch the full game "on demand", but whether they mean live or later isn't clearly mentioned. Oh well, I think I'll grab the package either way to try and do my bit for the club Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 The fact that they specify that the Tranmere game can ONLY be seen on EvertonTV and they don't say that for the other games would suggest that there'll probably be coverage elsewhere for them; won't be available in the UK of course (not legally anyway). Not going to bother with the Tranmere game tonight I don't think but I'll probably buy the other three individually. Tonight likely to be like an installment lap for an F1 car, half paced and pretty meaningless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 The fact that they specify that the Tranmere game can ONLY be seen on EvertonTV and they don't say that for the other games would suggest that there'll probably be coverage elsewhere for them; won't be available in the UK of course (not legally anyway). Not going to bother with the Tranmere game tonight I don't think but I'll probably buy the other three individually. Tonight likely to be like an installment lap for an F1 car, half paced and pretty meaningless. Nah, sod it. Bought the package. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 yep i think i'll buy the package as well, i'm a sucker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 Bought it after the game as I was flying. Only 12 quid, worth it anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 http://www.evertonfc.com/news/archive/2014/07/24/ticket-bulletin-24-july Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted July 26, 2014 Report Share Posted July 26, 2014 http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/joe-rimmers-everton-fc-thailand-7511247 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddock Posted July 26, 2014 Report Share Posted July 26, 2014 http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/joe-rimmers-everton-fc-thailand-7511247 That was a decent read especially considering it was the Echo . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benpicko Posted July 27, 2014 Report Share Posted July 27, 2014 http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/joe-rimmers-everton-fc-thailand-7511247 This part is particularly interesting: 'It was only then that I noticed that Leicester City had already slipped in - and the waiting masses hardly made a sound. I don’t think many of the Thai people could tell Nigel Pearson from Nigel Slater and the players, well they could have been anybody. It was the Toffees, not the Foxes, that were the main event.' I'm a Leicester fan and our media has been trying to make out the opposite. Been seeing massive crowds of people wearing 'WE ARE PREMIER LEAGUE' shirts both for this match and for our Thailand trip a few weeks ago, players opening new team stores and of course the entire event being organised because of our owners. I would expect Everton to have more of a following but it's strange how your media's blocking out any interest in our team over there and ours is doing the same for Everton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddock Posted July 27, 2014 Report Share Posted July 27, 2014 This part is particularly interesting: 'It was only then that I noticed that Leicester City had already slipped in - and the waiting masses hardly made a sound. I dont think many of the Thai people could tell Nigel Pearson from Nigel Slater and the players, well they could have been anybody. It was the Toffees, not the Foxes, that were the main event.' I'm a Leicester fan and our media has been trying to make out the opposite. Been seeing massive crowds of people wearing 'WE ARE PREMIER LEAGUE' shirts both for this match and for our Thailand trip a few weeks ago, players opening new team stores and of course the entire event being organised because of our owners. I would expect Everton to have more of a following but it's strange how your media's blocking out any interest in our team over there and ours is doing the same for Everton. They do it to try and champion the local team and to get the local fans (in Liverpool not Thailand ) reading mate. I wouldn't look or be too insulted by it. I'm sure the local media etc knew exactly who the Leicester team were and vice versa. Typical media bullshit. benpicko 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sideliner Posted July 27, 2014 Report Share Posted July 27, 2014 Everton has a very low key pre-season programme this year - last year we played a number of top sides - this year a number of topless sides - we have signed regulars which is good - but a few additions will be better - signing new players on deadline day could take a while before paying dividends- sorry for negativity but for me our preseason and transfer window have been dull so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louis Posted July 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2014 I'm disappointed with the prices for the home games.. £20/25 depending on when you buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 A fitting way to end our disastrous preseason! http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/497849/Flight-delay-adds-more-misery-to-Everton-s-pre-season-to-forget Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 Everton beat Sheffield Wednesday 4-1 tonight, behind closed doors. Mirallas and Lukaku played. ROM got 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 Everton beat Sheffield Wednesday 4-1 tonight, behind closed doors. Mirallas and Lukaku played. ROM got 2. Nice! Who got the other two? What was our line-up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddock Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 Everton beat Sheffield Wednesday 4-1 tonight, behind closed doors. Mirallas and Lukaku played. ROM got 2. It's tomorrow the game isn't it? Where did you get that info from ten? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete0 Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 It's tomorrow the game isn't it? Where did you get that info from ten? They've got Notts County in the cup tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddock Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 They play Notts County tomorrow in the cup I've just checked?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddock Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 They've got Notts County in the cup tomorrow. Precisely so surely they won't be playing us tonight then? Unless it was their rezzies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 (edited) It was a Sheffield Wednesday XI and our team was kids with Kev and Rom (apparently). Edited August 11, 2014 by Bailey Lowensda 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 Great news!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apackard1 Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Didn't see this posted anywhere.. Pretty exciting article.. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2161748-everton-should-be-americas-de-facto-favorite-team-in-2014-premier-league-season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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