Victory in the April 19 semi-final could see them take their place in the FA Cup final - a far cry from the dark days at the start of the campaign. Back in August, there was little cause for optimism as an agonising late home defeat to Blackburn Rovers indicated a long, hard season ahead for David Moyes' threadbare squad. Fast forward to the beginning of October and with only two league wins recorded, another defeat to Rovers, in the League Cup, was swiftly followed by UEFA Cup woe at Standard Liege. Two cups down, one to go. However, manager Moyes signed a new five-year contract, and an upturn in form and fortune has since seen the season blossom. With Everton challenging for a top-six spot again, an impressive run in the FA Cup has witnessed the Blues reach the last four for the first time in 14 years. This special edition release focuses on Everton's chase for silverware. We look back at the road to Wembley, with analysis and reaction to the wins against Macclesfield Town, Liverpool, Aston Villa and Middlesbrough.
We focus on the records and achievements throughout the Cup run, and feature Jack Rodwell - the second youngest FA Cup goalscorer in the club's history, the first Englishman to score at the new Wembley. We revisit 1995 and the Blues' last FA Cup success - ironically, against Manchester United and Sir Alex Ferguson. There is also space for special Everton Wembley memories, fans' banners, previous United encounters plus a complete fans' guide to Wembley. This 68-page glossy souvenir, priced just GBP3.50 is the ideal companion for Evertonians everywhere as they look forward to their big day out.
- ISBN10 1906802327
- ISBN13 9781906802325
- Publish Date 23 March 2009
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Reach plc
- Imprint Trinity Mirror Sport Media
- Format Paperback
- Pages 68
- Language English