According to the Liverpool Echo, Everton is planning a pre-season tour to the United States in 2022/23, with games on both the east and west coasts possible.
The Toffees were the only Premier League club to travel to the United States before the season began, winning the Florida Cup on penalties against Millonarios of Colombia. This year's trip is expected to include matches on both coasts of the United States, as well as a return to defend their Florida Cup title.
For the first time in their history, the Toffees came dangerously close to losing their Premier League status. However, in the penultimate match of the season, Frank Lampard ensured that relegation was avoided.
A mass pitch invasion followed a thrilling 3-2 victory over Crystal Palace, with scenes of euphoria and relief. Everton is now looking ahead to the 2022-23 season, with fans anticipating a much brighter future.
Here's everything you need to know about the Toffees' pre-season plans.
When does Everton’s 2022-23 season start?
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 22: Dele Alli of Everton warms up before the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on May 22, 2022, in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
- Everton vs Chelsea (17:30 BST) on Saturday August 6th 2022
Is Everton going on a pre-season tour?
Yes. The Blues will travel to America to play two games.
Full Everton 2022-23 Pre-season Fixtures
Everton will go to the United States for pre-season friendlies, as the opponents have been confirmed. The full match schedule can be found here.
On July 16th, fans can witness Everton take on Arsenal at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. This will be the first time the two English clubs meet for the first time outside of England.
The pre-season friendly match between Everton and Minnesota United will take place on July 20 at Allianz Field in Minnesota.
The following are the details of Everton's pre-season tour and games schedule.
- Everton vs Arsenal - M&T Bank Stadium (July 16th)
- Everton vs Minnesota United - Allianz Field (July 20th)
Will Everton play any friendlies in England?
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 22: Cedric Soares of Arsenal scores their team's third goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on May 22, 2022, in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
So far, none have been made public. Everton played Accrington Stanley and Blackburn Rovers in two games at their Finch Farm training ground last summer. They then travelled to Old Trafford to take on Manchester United.
Tickets for Everton pre-season 2022/23
Ticket information and further details on how Everton's pre-season games in the United States will be aired and streamed – including on evertonfc.com – will be released in due course.
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