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Everton: the history

The short, factual Everton story: when the club began, what is in the trophy cabinet, the ground, the owners and the records that matter, checked against the club's own history as of the 2026/27 season.

9League titles
5FA Cups
0League Cups
0European Cups
1878Founded

The beginning

Everton were founded in 1878. Formed as St Domingo FC in 1878 so a Methodist chapel congregation could keep playing sport through the winter, renamed Everton after the local district in 1879. Fans know the club as the Toffees.

Honours

As of the 2026/27 season the trophy cabinet holds 9 top-flight league titles, 5 FA Cups, plus European Cup Winners' Cup 1985.

The ground

Everton play at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool, opened 2025. Planning a visit? The Hill Dickinson Stadium guide covers the stations, parking and the away end.

Ownership

As of the 2026/27 season, Everton are owned by The Friedkin Group (Dan Friedkin), since December 2024.

A record worth knowing

Everton have played more seasons in the English top flight than any other club, with 2026/27 their 124th.

Everton today