Everton Lunchtime Round-Up, Friday 6th November 2026: Pickford, Branthwaite and Garner Called Up by England as Blues Prepare for Coventry
Big night ahead as Everton host Coventry City tonight in the Premier League, and the Liverpool Echo have been running the rule over possible line-ups, with calls to make on Merlin Rohl and Tyler Dibling (Liverpool Echo). David Moyes has also penned his programme notes ahead of what's being described as a record-equalling fixture for him (EvertonFC.com). Read Everton note that the Blues have managed just one win in their last nine home league meetings with Coventry, with a Kevin Campbell record getting a mention as Moyes looks to improve that record at Hill Dickinson Stadium (Read Everton). If you're after live coverage and highlights of the match, EvertonFC.com have put together a guide on where to find it (EvertonFC.com).
There's good news on the international front, with Jordan Pickford, Jarrad Branthwaite and James Garner all retaining their places in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Spain (EvertonFC.com) (Read Everton) (ToffeeWeb). There was also a near miss for another Everton man, with Tuchel revealing that midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall was "very close" to earning his first England call-up this time around (ToffeeWeb).
Away from the pitch, Everton Women have unveiled a new partnership with Nestlé Confectionery (EvertonFC.com). Elsewhere, former Everton defender Conor Coady has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 33, with ex-teammate Jack Grealish among those paying tribute (Liverpool Echo).
On the opinion pages, ToffeeWeb reflect on Frank Lampard's time in management since leaving Everton, suggesting that while his Goodison spell didn't work out, he's shown he has something to offer as a coach (ToffeeWeb). The Liverpool Echo also report that a manager linked with the Everton job in the past has spoken about rejecting interest from the club after impressing in Ligue 1 (Liverpool Echo).
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