A 62-year-old man has received an “indefinite ban” from attending Everton matches over a video which appeared to show him not paying for food during the first test event of the club’s new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.
The clip, which circulated on social media, purportedly showed a man ordering food during the game on February 17, when Everton’s Under-18s played against Wigan Athletic’s youth team with 10,000 fans in attendance.
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In the video, the man filming was brought his food by a member of catering staff. The man then asked for a “black coffee with sugar,” and laughed when the staff member turned his back, saying “adios amigo” and walking away with the food, seemingly without payment.
In a statement on Wednesday, an Everton spokesperson confirmed the 62-year-old has been banned, saying: “Following enquiries into a social media clip showing clear theft of food during the first test event at Everton Stadium (17 February 2025), a 62-year-old male from the Rainhill area was identified as being responsible.
“The matter was referred to Merseyside Police and the individual has been dealt with by means of an out-of-court disposal. As part of this resolution, he has agreed to make a donation equivalent to the cost of the stolen items (£12.75) to Everton in the Community.
“In line with the club’s zero-tolerance approach to such behaviour, the individual has also been issued with an indefinite ban from Everton Football Club and his seasonal membership has been revoked.
“The club will continue to work with local authorities and event staff to ensure that all visitors to Everton Stadium can enjoy a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment.”
The Athletic has contacted Merseyside Police for comment.
Everton will move into their new 52,888-capacity stadium at the start of the 2025-26 season after 133 years at Goodison Park. Everton’s U21s played against Bolton Wanderers B in the second test event in March, in front of an increased 25,000 crowd.
The stadium is also set to host one match in the three-game Rugby League Ashes in October. According to Everton, general admission tickets have already sold out for the clash between England and Australia.
David Moyes is set to lead Everton as they move to their new home stadium. He was appointed as manager in January for his second spell at the club, and has led them 17 points clear of the Premier League relegation zone.
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