Everton vs Southampton: Premier League Final Goodison Showdown Live Score & Updates
Everton Bids Emotional Farewell to Goodison Park in Final Premier League Clash
By Harry Bamforth, Ian Herbert, Joe Bernstein, and Aadam Patel
May 18, 2025 | Updated: 10:47 AM BST
Goodison Park, Everton’s home since 1892, hosted its last Premier League match in an emotional send-off.
Match Overview
Everton closed the curtain on 133 years of history at Goodison Park with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Southampton. The match, played in front of a sold-out crowd, saw the Toffees secure their Premier League status for another season while bidding farewell to their iconic stadium ahead of a move to the Bramley-Moore Dock in 2026.
Pre-Match Atmosphere
Fans arrived hours early, clutching scarves and banners reading "Forever Goodison". A mosaic of the stadium’s most iconic moments was displayed in the stands, while former legends like Duncan Ferguson and Tim Cahill joined the pre-match ceremony.
Team News
- Everton: Jordan Pickford (GK), Seamus Coleman (C), Dominic Calvert-Lewin (ST), and James Garner (MF) started.
- Southampton: James Ward-Prowse (MF) led the Saints, with Che Adams (ST) up front.
Key Moments
- 15’ – GOAL (Everton): Calvert-Lewin headed in a cross from Dwight McNeil, sending the crowd into raptures.
- 33’ – GOAL (Southampton): Adams leveled with a clinical finish after a defensive error.
- 72’ – GOAL (Everton): Substitute Beto smashed home a rebound to seal the win.
Calvert-Lewin’s early strike set the tone for Everton’s historic night.
Post-Match Reactions
Sean Dyche (Everton Manager):
"This club’s soul is in these stands. We wanted to give the fans a night they’ll carry with them forever."
Russell Martin (Southampton Manager):
"Everton’s passion was immense. We fought hard, but tonight belonged to Goodison."
Farewell to a Legend
As the final whistle blew, fireworks lit up the sky, and players embarked on a lap of honor. Fans remained in their seats, singing "Grand Old Team" long after the match ended.
Supporters paid tribute to the stadium that witnessed 9 league titles and countless memories.
What’s Next?
Everton will begin their 2025-26 campaign at Bramley-Moore Dock, while Southampton faces a summer rebuild after narrowly avoiding relegation.
Final Score: Everton 2-1 Southampton
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