Goodison Park will host its first men's match since Everton's emotional win over Southampton in May 2025, when Preston North End call it home next month for their Carabao Cup first-round fixture against Huddersfield Town.
Preston's temporary move to Goodison Park
Preston have agreed a deal with Everton to accommodate the match while a hybrid pitch is installed at Deepdale. The fixture is set for 3pm on Saturday, August 8, marking the first time senior men's football has been played at the Grand Old Lady since Everton's farewell in May 2025, when goals from Iliman Ndiaye secured a 2-0 victory over Southampton, followed by a send-off featuring live music and former players.
Goodison Park's current use
The ground is now the home of Everton Women, and it also hosted some matches involving the club's Under-18s and Under-21s last season. Preston's Carabao Cup tie will be played while the Everton first team is in Germany, with David Moyes' side set to face Stuttgart on the same day as part of their pre-season preparations.
