Owen still has ambitions of adding to England caps

Manchester United striker Michael Owen has not given up hope, after two years out of England international action, of adding to his 89 caps.

The 30 year old has rarely figured on Fabio Capello's radar since he became national team manager three years ago.

Owen, however, still believes he has something to offer, now he has shaken off a groin injury.

But in a question and answer session - as part of a Manchester United education initiative - with pupils from Manchester's Mount Carmel RC Primary School, Owen made it clear he would love to be involved again.

He said: "I've got 89 caps so far. I played for England for many years, starting when I was 18.

"I played basically right the way through until about two years ago, which was my last game. So hopefully I will play for them again one day, you never know."

Owen then revealed that he arrives for training 45 minutes ahead of schedule.

He said: "I've had my fair share (of injuries) but also had plenty of games. When I look back and see the amount of matches I have played at club level, international level, I do not feel harshly treated by too many injuries.

"I get in about 9am. I do all my preparation work for training for 45 minutes. I see the physio and we make sure everything is in the right place and moving right. Then we start all together at 9:45."

United face Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday and Owen told pupils they were his boyhood idols.

"When I was growing up my sporting hero was always Gary Lineker, " he said. "I supported Everton when I was a little boy.

"Now I am just impressed with anyone who does their sport at a high level. I know how hard it is.

Asked what he would be if not a footballer, Owen added: "I would be a golfer as it is a game I like. Away from sport maybe something like a fireman or a policeman as I enjoy being outside."

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 Everton youngster Vaughan poised for Palace loan

Crystal Palace boss George Burley has confirmed the Championship outfit are close to landing Everton striker James Vaughan on loan.

Vaughan has been linked with a move away from Everton after falling down the pecking order at Goodison Park.

Sheffield United and Derby have both been linked with Vaughan, but it appears Palace have won the race for the 22-year-old.

"We think James is a very good player and we are hoping to finalise the move today or tomorrow," the Eagles boss told the Croydon Advertiser.

"It's no secret we have been looking for a striker and I think James could be the answer.

"He will be the final player we bring in, after this deal we will work with what we've got."

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 Keown full of praise for Everton defender Jagielka after England performance

Arsenal hero Martin Keown was impressed by Everton defender Phil Jagielka in England's victory over Switzerland.

Jagielka has looked natural since his England return in the summer.

And Keown told the Daily Mail: "Phil Jagielka was very impressive at the heart of the defence. He was dominant in the air and on the ground, he was efficient in his tackling and he organised the backline well.

"The only downside was that his distribution — which was impressive at Wembley on Friday — let him down at times. His partner Joleon Lescott looked a bit leggy, though."

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 Everton fans prepare to give Man Utd striker Rooney both barrels

Manchester United ace Wayne Rooney can expect a barrage of abuse from Everton fans on Saturday.

The Daily Star says Rooney faces a hot reception over his sex antics at his next match for Manchester United against the club they bought him from.

Everton fans have never forgiven Rooney for quitting his boyhood heroes for Manchester United in a £27million transfer six years ago.

And the sex shame star’s next game in England is at Goodison on Saturday.

Last night, the Toffees’ fans were honing chants to hurl at him at the game.

Supporters used internet fan forums to issue a rallying cry for taunts.

“It’s the chance of a lifetime,” one wrote. “The whole world will be watching.

“Let’s give him both barrels!”

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 Everton ace Pienaar eager to silence South African Man Utd fans

Everton midfielder Steven Pienaar admits he wants to silence his friends in South Africa - by beating Manchester United.

Pienaar admits United are the No1 team in South Africa.

“A lot of people in South Africa are Man United fans but English football is very popular there,” Pienaar told evertontv.

“Everyone wants to support a big club and there are a lot of Evertonians there now. A lot of people are starting to support Everton in South Africa which is great.

“A lot of my friends in South Africa support Man United so it (scoring a goal) would be something for me to boast about.

“But it would be great for the team, not just for me personally, a win would be really special for the team.”

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 Cahill welcomes pressure from Everton starlet Rodwell

Tim Cahill has no problem with Everton teammate Jack Rodwell pushing for his place.

Cahill insisted that such situations are part and parcel of football and that he was ready to fight for his place.

“I have been with the manager a long time,” Cahill told evertonfc.com.

“Whether it is tongue in cheek or whether it is true, I am not bothered because I am a professional and I have been around the block a few times. It is just something that comes with the territory.”

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 Hibbert insists Everton in good shape for Man Utd clash

Everton fullback Tony Hibbert insists they go into their noon day clash with Manchester United in prime form.

Diniyar Bilyaletdinov, Dan Gosling and Jack Rodwell helped Everton to a 3-1 home win against United last season and Hibbert believes that result should give the Blues cause for optimism ahead of the game.

“It’s a massive game for us, we’re at home and we need a win no matter what,” Hibbert told evertontv. We’ve had a few good results at home against Man United so I think the lads are looking forward to it.”

Everton have taken just a point from their opening three league games, but Hibbert insisted that this does not reflect the Toffees’ early season performances.

“I think we’re playing brilliantly we really are,” he continued. “We’re getting a grip of the game and passing the ball really well.

“We’re just lacking a little bit in the final third but maybe that’s a bit of luck and maybe that will come on Saturday.”

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 Everton need to defeat Man Utd – Hibbert

Everton defender Tony Hibbert insists the club need a win when they meet Manchester United at Goodison Park on the weekend.

The Toffees currently sit in the drop zone with just one point from three outings and Hibbert has made no secret of the fact that the Merseyside club are in desperate need of a confidence-boosting victory.

“It's a massive game for us, we're at home and we need a win no matter what," Hibbert told his club's official website.

“We've had a few good results at home against Man United so I think the lads are looking forward to it.

"I think we're playing brilliantly, we really are. We're getting a grip of the game and passing the ball really well.

"We're just lacking a little bit in the final third but maybe that's a bit of luck and maybe that will come on Saturday."

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 Cahill relishing battle with Rodwell for Everton place

Tim Cahill has no problems with the challenge for his place presented by the development of Jack Rodwell at Everton, reports the Liverpool Echo.

The clamour for 19-year-old Rodwell to be selected more regularly at Goodison is growing, with the teenager making his first Premier League start of the season at Villa Park last weekend.

And Cahill’s place seems the most under threat with boss David Moyes warning: “I see Jack, in a way, pushing Tim Cahill at the moment.”

But the 30-year-old Cahill seems unconcerned. “I have been with the manager a long time,” he said.

“Whether it is tongue in cheek or whether it is true, I am not bothered because I am a professional and I have been around the block a few times.

“It is just something that comes with the territory.”

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 Everton not right type of club for Dutch winger Afellay

PSV Eindhoven winger Ibrahim Afellay has revealed that Everton made a move to sign him this summer, but he didn't like 'the feel' of the club, reports the Daily Mirror.

The 24 year old has been linked in the past with Arsenal and Liverpool, but it was the Toffees who tried to lure the player to Merseyside during this transfer window.

"There were several clubs that tried to sign me this summer. Hamburg and Everton wanted me, but there has to be a good feeling with a club, and that was not the case, so I decided to stay at PSV," said Afellay.

"I've been told on more than one occasion that I'm aiming too high, but I don't care about that.

"I'd prefer to move to Spain. The Primera Division is a great league and Valencia, Sevilla and Atletico Madrid are all good teams.

"My colleagues in the Netherlands national side have told me about Spain and I'd be happy to play there."

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 West Ham new boy didn’t enjoy Blackburn style of football

Lars Jacobsen fell down the pecking order at Blackburn Rovers but is now looking to make a fresh start having secured a deadline-day move to West Ham and hopes to make his Hammers bow at home to Chelsea on Saturday.

The 30 year old joined Blackburn on a free transfer from Everton last summer and became frustrated with their direct style.

While the full-back accepts some teams have to play to their strengths to survive in England's top flight, he feels West Ham will be better suited to his game after joining them on a free transfer.

"That was what I was used to, keeping the ball on the ground and playing out from the back," he told the club’s official website.

"Of course, you cannot be na?ve, especially in the Premier League and there are many different styles.

"The way West Ham play is how I want to play and get the most out of my ability."

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 Yobo hints Everton career over due to Nigeria commitment

Everton defender Joseph Yobo has admitted relief over his move to Fenerbahce.

And Yobo concedes his commitment to Nigeria has probably cost him his Everton career.

He told Kickoff.com: "During that period, I was under intense pressure. But now, I am very much relieved and I can now give my one hundred percent to the game. It was not easy for me, but I thank God that all is over.

Despite international commitments having cost him dearly at one club, Yobo insists that he will not compromise on his national team duties.

"I have said it time and time again, my national assignment remains paramount to me whenever I’m going into any contract.

"We don't need to deceive ourselves, Nigeria still remains our country, this is where we would return after club assignments, so the interest of my country is well protected in my new club."

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 PSG ace Sessegnon top January target for Everton

PSG midfielder Stephane Sessegnon is a major January target for Everton.

The People says Everton boss David Moyes will renew his efforts to sign Paris Saint-Germain playmaker Stephane Sessegnon.

The Benin international is highly rated in France and Moyes has failed to agree a deal with PSG for this season.

Everton will keep tabs on Sessegnon, 26, who will be Everton’s top target in January, when they could be forced to sell Steven Pienaar.

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 Everton boss Moyes rejected amazing Spurs multi-player swap offer

Everton boss David Moyes rejected an amazing multi-player swap offer with Tottenham on transfer deadline day last week.

The People says he turned down Tottenham’s offer of swapping Robbie Keane and David Bentley for Steven Pienaar and Louis Saha.

Moyes and chairman Bill Kenwright blocked the deal but Spurs are expected to make another attempt to sign contract rebel Pienaar.

By then, his valuation will have dropped dramatically unless he signs a new ­contract – his current one ­expires next summer.

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 Sheffield Utd chasing Everton striker Vaughan

Everton ­striker James Vaughan is wanted on loan by Burnley and Sheffield United.

The 22-year-old was set for a second spell at Derby but the deal collapsed last weekend. That has opened the door to the Rams’ Championship ­rivals, with Burnley edging slightly ahead.

Vaughan’s loan ­agreement at Pride Park was cut short by injury last season.

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 Owen still has ambitions of adding to England caps

Manchester United striker Michael Owen has not given up hope, after two years out of England international action, of adding to his 89 caps.

The 30 year old has rarely figured on Fabio Capello's radar since he became national team manager three years ago.

Owen, however, still believes he has something to offer, now he has shaken off a groin injury.

But in a question and answer session - as part of a Manchester United education initiative - with pupils from Manchester's Mount Carmel RC Primary School, Owen made it clear he would love to be involved again.

He said: "I've got 89 caps so far. I played for England for many years, starting when I was 18.

"I played basically right the way through until about two years ago, which was my last game. So hopefully I will play for them again one day, you never know."

Owen then revealed that he arrives for training 45 minutes ahead of schedule.

He said: "I've had my fair share (of injuries) but also had plenty of games. When I look back and see the amount of matches I have played at club level, international level, I do not feel harshly treated by too many injuries.

"I get in about 9am. I do all my preparation work for training for 45 minutes. I see the physio and we make sure everything is in the right place and moving right. Then we start all together at 9:45."

United face Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday and Owen told pupils they were his boyhood idols.

"When I was growing up my sporting hero was always Gary Lineker, " he said. "I supported Everton when I was a little boy.

"Now I am just impressed with anyone who does their sport at a high level. I know how hard it is.

Asked what he would be if not a footballer, Owen added: "I would be a golfer as it is a game I like. Away from sport maybe something like a fireman or a policeman as I enjoy being outside."

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 Everton youngster Vaughan poised for Palace loan

Crystal Palace boss George Burley has confirmed the Championship outfit are close to landing Everton striker James Vaughan on loan.

Vaughan has been linked with a move away from Everton after falling down the pecking order at Goodison Park.

Sheffield United and Derby have both been linked with Vaughan, but it appears Palace have won the race for the 22-year-old.

"We think James is a very good player and we are hoping to finalise the move today or tomorrow," the Eagles boss told the Croydon Advertiser.

"It's no secret we have been looking for a striker and I think James could be the answer.

"He will be the final player we bring in, after this deal we will work with what we've got."

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 Keown full of praise for Everton defender Jagielka after England performance

Arsenal hero Martin Keown was impressed by Everton defender Phil Jagielka in England's victory over Switzerland.

Jagielka has looked natural since his England return in the summer.

And Keown told the Daily Mail: "Phil Jagielka was very impressive at the heart of the defence. He was dominant in the air and on the ground, he was efficient in his tackling and he organised the backline well.

"The only downside was that his distribution — which was impressive at Wembley on Friday — let him down at times. His partner Joleon Lescott looked a bit leggy, though."

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 Everton fans prepare to give Man Utd striker Rooney both barrels

Manchester United ace Wayne Rooney can expect a barrage of abuse from Everton fans on Saturday.

The Daily Star says Rooney faces a hot reception over his sex antics at his next match for Manchester United against the club they bought him from.

Everton fans have never forgiven Rooney for quitting his boyhood heroes for Manchester United in a £27million transfer six years ago.

And the sex shame star’s next game in England is at Goodison on Saturday.

Last night, the Toffees’ fans were honing chants to hurl at him at the game.

Supporters used internet fan forums to issue a rallying cry for taunts.

“It’s the chance of a lifetime,” one wrote. “The whole world will be watching.

“Let’s give him both barrels!”

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 Everton ace Pienaar eager to silence South African Man Utd fans

Everton midfielder Steven Pienaar admits he wants to silence his friends in South Africa - by beating Manchester United.

Pienaar admits United are the No1 team in South Africa.

“A lot of people in South Africa are Man United fans but English football is very popular there,” Pienaar told evertontv.

“Everyone wants to support a big club and there are a lot of Evertonians there now. A lot of people are starting to support Everton in South Africa which is great.

“A lot of my friends in South Africa support Man United so it (scoring a goal) would be something for me to boast about.

“But it would be great for the team, not just for me personally, a win would be really special for the team.”

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 Cahill welcomes pressure from Everton starlet Rodwell

Tim Cahill has no problem with Everton teammate Jack Rodwell pushing for his place.

Cahill insisted that such situations are part and parcel of football and that he was ready to fight for his place.

“I have been with the manager a long time,” Cahill told evertonfc.com.

“Whether it is tongue in cheek or whether it is true, I am not bothered because I am a professional and I have been around the block a few times. It is just something that comes with the territory.”

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 Hibbert insists Everton in good shape for Man Utd clash

Everton fullback Tony Hibbert insists they go into their noon day clash with Manchester United in prime form.

Diniyar Bilyaletdinov, Dan Gosling and Jack Rodwell helped Everton to a 3-1 home win against United last season and Hibbert believes that result should give the Blues cause for optimism ahead of the game.

“It’s a massive game for us, we’re at home and we need a win no matter what,” Hibbert told evertontv. We’ve had a few good results at home against Man United so I think the lads are looking forward to it.”

Everton have taken just a point from their opening three league games, but Hibbert insisted that this does not reflect the Toffees’ early season performances.

“I think we’re playing brilliantly we really are,” he continued. “We’re getting a grip of the game and passing the ball really well.

“We’re just lacking a little bit in the final third but maybe that’s a bit of luck and maybe that will come on Saturday.”

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 Everton need to defeat Man Utd – Hibbert

Everton defender Tony Hibbert insists the club need a win when they meet Manchester United at Goodison Park on the weekend.

The Toffees currently sit in the drop zone with just one point from three outings and Hibbert has made no secret of the fact that the Merseyside club are in desperate need of a confidence-boosting victory.

“It's a massive game for us, we're at home and we need a win no matter what," Hibbert told his club's official website.

“We've had a few good results at home against Man United so I think the lads are looking forward to it.

"I think we're playing brilliantly, we really are. We're getting a grip of the game and passing the ball really well.

"We're just lacking a little bit in the final third but maybe that's a bit of luck and maybe that will come on Saturday."

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 Cahill relishing battle with Rodwell for Everton place

Tim Cahill has no problems with the challenge for his place presented by the development of Jack Rodwell at Everton, reports the Liverpool Echo.

The clamour for 19-year-old Rodwell to be selected more regularly at Goodison is growing, with the teenager making his first Premier League start of the season at Villa Park last weekend.

And Cahill’s place seems the most under threat with boss David Moyes warning: “I see Jack, in a way, pushing Tim Cahill at the moment.”

But the 30-year-old Cahill seems unconcerned. “I have been with the manager a long time,” he said.

“Whether it is tongue in cheek or whether it is true, I am not bothered because I am a professional and I have been around the block a few times.

“It is just something that comes with the territory.”

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 Everton not right type of club for Dutch winger Afellay

PSV Eindhoven winger Ibrahim Afellay has revealed that Everton made a move to sign him this summer, but he didn't like 'the feel' of the club, reports the Daily Mirror.

The 24 year old has been linked in the past with Arsenal and Liverpool, but it was the Toffees who tried to lure the player to Merseyside during this transfer window.

"There were several clubs that tried to sign me this summer. Hamburg and Everton wanted me, but there has to be a good feeling with a club, and that was not the case, so I decided to stay at PSV," said Afellay.

"I've been told on more than one occasion that I'm aiming too high, but I don't care about that.

"I'd prefer to move to Spain. The Primera Division is a great league and Valencia, Sevilla and Atletico Madrid are all good teams.

"My colleagues in the Netherlands national side have told me about Spain and I'd be happy to play there."

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 West Ham new boy didn’t enjoy Blackburn style of football

Lars Jacobsen fell down the pecking order at Blackburn Rovers but is now looking to make a fresh start having secured a deadline-day move to West Ham and hopes to make his Hammers bow at home to Chelsea on Saturday.

The 30 year old joined Blackburn on a free transfer from Everton last summer and became frustrated with their direct style.

While the full-back accepts some teams have to play to their strengths to survive in England's top flight, he feels West Ham will be better suited to his game after joining them on a free transfer.

"That was what I was used to, keeping the ball on the ground and playing out from the back," he told the club’s official website.

"Of course, you cannot be na?ve, especially in the Premier League and there are many different styles.

"The way West Ham play is how I want to play and get the most out of my ability."

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 Yobo hints Everton career over due to Nigeria commitment

Everton defender Joseph Yobo has admitted relief over his move to Fenerbahce.

And Yobo concedes his commitment to Nigeria has probably cost him his Everton career.

He told Kickoff.com: "During that period, I was under intense pressure. But now, I am very much relieved and I can now give my one hundred percent to the game. It was not easy for me, but I thank God that all is over.

Despite international commitments having cost him dearly at one club, Yobo insists that he will not compromise on his national team duties.

"I have said it time and time again, my national assignment remains paramount to me whenever I’m going into any contract.

"We don't need to deceive ourselves, Nigeria still remains our country, this is where we would return after club assignments, so the interest of my country is well protected in my new club."

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 PSG ace Sessegnon top January target for Everton

PSG midfielder Stephane Sessegnon is a major January target for Everton.

The People says Everton boss David Moyes will renew his efforts to sign Paris Saint-Germain playmaker Stephane Sessegnon.

The Benin international is highly rated in France and Moyes has failed to agree a deal with PSG for this season.

Everton will keep tabs on Sessegnon, 26, who will be Everton’s top target in January, when they could be forced to sell Steven Pienaar.

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 Everton boss Moyes rejected amazing Spurs multi-player swap offer

Everton boss David Moyes rejected an amazing multi-player swap offer with Tottenham on transfer deadline day last week.

The People says he turned down Tottenham’s offer of swapping Robbie Keane and David Bentley for Steven Pienaar and Louis Saha.

Moyes and chairman Bill Kenwright blocked the deal but Spurs are expected to make another attempt to sign contract rebel Pienaar.

By then, his valuation will have dropped dramatically unless he signs a new ­contract – his current one ­expires next summer.

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 Sheffield Utd chasing Everton striker Vaughan

Everton ­striker James Vaughan is wanted on loan by Burnley and Sheffield United.

The 22-year-old was set for a second spell at Derby but the deal collapsed last weekend. That has opened the door to the Rams’ Championship ­rivals, with Burnley edging slightly ahead.

Vaughan’s loan ­agreement at Pride Park was cut short by injury last season.

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 Official: Crystal Palace Sign James Vaughan From Everton On Three-Month Loan Deal

George Burley secures deal for youngster...

 South Africa Star Steven Pienaar Hoping To Boost Everton's Popularity Back Home With Win Against Manchester United

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 Tim Cahill Dismisses Fears Of Losing Everton Place To Jack Rodwell

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 Paul Scholes Form Stopped Manchester United From Making Bid For Everton's Jack Rodwell - Report



 Everton Have Begun Premier League Campaign In A Frustrating Manner, Admits Defender Sylvain Distin

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 I Can Permanently Replace Rio Ferdinand Or John Terry In England's Starting Line-Up - Phil Jagielka

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 Jamie Carragher Fulfils Boyhood Dream Of Scoring For Everton Against Liverpool In Anfield Testimonial

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 Everton Striker James Vaughan Set To Leave The Club On Loan - Report



 Manchester City, Tottenham & Arsenal Interested In England Goalkeeper Scott Loach - Report



 FIFA Rules State Everton Midfielder Mikel Arteta Is Ineligible To Represent England

Spaniard does not qualify to play for Three Lions...

 Premier League Spending In Transfer Window The Lowest Since 2006 Despite Manchester City Signing James Milner, David Silva & Yaya Toure

Net spending still up on last year's summer transfer total...

 Official: Everton Confirm They Have Agreed Deal For Joseph Yobo To Join Fenerbahce

Nigerian defender on the move...

 Everton Agree To Let Joseph Yobo Join Fenerbache - Report



 Everton Midfielder Mikel Arteta Reiterates Desire To Represent England

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 Everton To Make Late Bid For Wolfsburg Striker Grafite - Report

The Toffees are hoping to make a 11th-hour bid for Wolfsburg's Grafite.

 Everton Manager David Moyes Favourite To Land Aston Villa Job - Report

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Everton FC (also known as Everton Football Club, The Toffees, The Blues, The School of Science, The People's Club or simply Everton) is a professional English football club based in Liverpool and played in the highest division of English football; the Premier League. Everton's home matches are held at the Goodison Park stadium in Liverpool since its completion in 1892.

Everton FC was founded in 1878 and since then competed in the top-flight for more than 106 seasons and won the league championship more than 8 times. The team has played in the top division since 1954 and was among the founding members of the Premier league in 1992.

In 1994, Everton FC won the FA Cup for the fifth time in its history after beating Manchester United 1–0 in the final. In the following 1995/96 season, the team finished the Premiership in the 6th place. Everton FC was not that successful in the following seasons and for several seasons finished at the bottom half of the table.

Although in the 2002/03 season Everton FC finished at the 7th place, the team didn't stabilize and bounced from finishing between the 17th place and the 4th places in the following seasons.

In the 2006/07 and 1007/08 seasons, Everton finished the league in the 6th and 5th place and achieved the UEFA Cup qualification. In the 2008/09 season, Everton finished in the 5th place for the second year in a row and the team reached the FA Cup final.