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Everton’s European hopes take battering after back-to-back losses

Last Updated: April 25, 2026 | 17:29 GMT

David Moyes looking gutted towards a circle inset of a West Ham flag at the London Stadium
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David Moyes had Everton fans dreaming of Europe once again after working wonders in his first full campaign back on Merseyside, but back-to-back defeats have made supporters rethink this season’s aspirations.

Everton were even in the hunt for a shock top-five finish, which would be enough for a Champions League spot, but a heartbreaking 2-1 Merseyside derby defeat with Liverpool may have ended that.

A late 2-1 loss at relegation-threatened West Ham then followed, leaving the Toffees in the bottom half and now likely in need of a win against Manchester City in their next outing to get those European hopes back on track.

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Founded in 1878, Everton is one of football’s most iconic clubs. Nicknamed the “School of Science” for their intelligent style of play, they were founder members of the Football League and have spent a record 121 seasons in England’s top division. From the legendary exploits of Dixie Dean to the mid-80s dominance under Howard Kendall, the club’s ethos is captured in the Latin motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum — “Nothing but the best is good enough.” After moving from the historic Goodison Park to the modern Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton carries forward a proud legacy and a reputation for producing some of Britain’s most technically gifted players.

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LWKevin Sheedy1982–1992
CFDixie Dean1925–1937
RWAlex Young1960–1968
CMAlan Ball1966–1971
CMColin Harvey1963–1974
CMHoward Kendall1967–1974
LBRay Wilson1964–1969
CBBrian Labone1958–1971
CBKevin Ratcliffe1980–1992
RBGary Stevens1982–1988
GKNeville Southall1981–1998
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