Author: Babs

Hi, You can call me Babs. I've been bleeding blue since I was a child, and now I get to share that passion with you all right here on BlueAnchorBlues.com. My mission? To bring you the insightful analysis, the passionate opinions, and the unwavering Evertonian spirit that you deserve. Consider me your trusted voice at The Wednesday Club, from 3pm every Wednesday in the Blue Anchor pub, Buckley, North Wales – always honest, always blue, and always ready to dissect the latest happenings with you. Join in the discussion on social media using #BABSTalk.

Hill Dickinson Stadium: Who Are They and Why the Bramley-Moore Dock Deal?

A look at Hill Dickinson, the Liverpool-based law firm now sponsoring Everton’s new stadium, their background, other sports sponsorships, and whether they are a suitable partner for the Toffees.

Mykolenko’s Everton Journey: Highs, Lows, and What’s Next for the Ukrainian Blue

A look back at Vitalii Mykolenko’s time at Everton, examining his key moments, challenges, and whether he’s been a successful signing for the Toffees.

Roundhouse Rockets? Billionaire and NBA Royalty, Join Friedkin Group Investment Arm – What Does it Mean for the Blues?

The Friedkin Group, owners of our beloved Everton, have just bolstered their investment arm, Roundhouse Capital, with the addition of two rather significant names from the worlds of finance and sport: billionaire Christopher Sarofim and NBA legend Jason Kidd. This news has certainly got the rumour mill turning down at Goodison, and understandably so. But […]

Summer Decisions Loom Large for the Toffees: Who Stays and Who Goes?

As the season draws to a close, the rumour mill is starting to churn, and for us Evertonians, one of the key talking points is always who will be wearing the famous royal blue next season. With several permanent players’ contracts expiring in June 2025 and a clutch of loanees set to return to their […]

“I Love This Club, I Want to Stay”: Should Everton Reward Doucouré’s Loyalty with a New Deal?

Abdoulaye Doucouré’s recent declaration of love for Everton and his desire to remain at Goodison Park will have struck a chord with many Toffees. Since arriving from Watford in the summer of 2020, the Malian midfielder has become a familiar and often influential figure in the Everton engine room. But beyond the heartfelt quotes, what […]

A True Blue Becomes Our Honorary President: Barry Horne Joins the Blue Anchor Blues!

The Blue Anchor Blues, our proud Everton supporters club hailing from Buckley, North Wales, has a new and incredibly special figurehead. We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the one and only Barry Horne, a true Everton legend and a hero for Wales, has accepted the role of Honorary President! This is a momentous occasion […]

Bramley Moore: Everton’s Revolutionary Stadium Set to Redefine Football Arenas

For decades, Goodison Park has been the cherished, if somewhat antiquated, home of Everton Football Club. But the winds of change are blowing in Liverpool’s docklands, as the Toffees prepare to move into their stunning new stadium at Bramley Moore Dock. This isn’t just a step up in size and facilities; the design and features […]

The Friedkin Era: Are These the Owners Evertonians Have Been Waiting For?

After years of uncertainty and, at times, outright turmoil, a new chapter has begun for Everton Football Club. The arrival of the Friedkin Group as the majority shareholders has sparked a wave of cautious optimism amongst the Goodison faithful. But who exactly are these new custodians of our beloved club, and is there genuine reason […]