Why did Everton move from Anfield to Goodison Park?

This is a story about How Everton built Anfield, lost It, and maybe accidentally created Liverpool Football Club.

Anfield—Liverpool’s legendary fortress, right? Well, not exactly. In fact, it was their fierce rivals, Everton, who played at Anfield long before Liverpool even existed. Confused? Well, this fascinating story involves a pub-owning president, a bitter dispute over rent, and a club divided by conflicting ideals.

In this video, we dive deep into the origins of the Anfield stadium and how it was once the home of Everton FC. We trace the early days of Everton, formed from a church cricket club, to their rapid rise as Football League champions. But why did Everton leave Anfield? And how did Liverpool FC come to be born from this dramatic split?

From the influence of brewery-owner John Houlding to the crucial role of George Mahon, we explore how a clash of interests led to Everton’s decision to move to Goodison Park, while Anfield became the foundation for Liverpool’s future. We also examine the role of the Methodist church, the awkward dynamics between the club's leadership, and how the split shaped the identities of both clubs as they are today.

Join us as we uncover this pivotal chapter in football history, explaining how tensions brewed (literally) over rent, land deals, and ideology led to the formation of one of the biggest rivalries in world football: Liverpool vs. Everton. Without this monumental decision in 1892, the Merseyside derby might look very different today.

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[alss]

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[xanpenguin]

the mental image of Anfield with an athletic track is crazy.

[spotguy]

My favorite fact about Liverpool (the city) is that there are currently 3 professional football stadiums and they were all built by Everton. (Anfield, Goodison, & the new Everton Stadium)

[Alehud]

The irony of Liverpool FC being formed from capitalist principles is not lost on me.

[falncross]

I appreciate you making these videos because it informs an uneducated American like me about the origins of football in England. I play football myself for a University here, and this sport is my passion. Thanks to you, I get to learn more about what I love every time you make a video.

[slowerthinker]

I'm pretty familiar with this story, but I haven't heard anyone on youtube explain it all so precisely.

Well done on doing this properly and not just saying "rent". Also well done after doing the brewers v methodists angle not trying to crowbar any (totally erroneous) papists v prods conflict into everything.

[Jnogzee]

Ah so we (Everton) have been shafted by dodgy owners from the start?😂

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[benfarrimond]

I've been an Everton Fan for 28 years and although I knew parts of this story, this is the most comprehensive breakdown I've ever seem.
Great video, thank you!

[VidyaGamingOfficial]

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[Istorian]

"Rule 4: Alcohol consumption is restricted to goalkeepers" 😂😂😂

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[stevebond]

I thought i knew the whole story but the additional backstory is fascinating. Brilliant video, really informative and well researched. Never seen it explained so clearly. Love this football channel!

[Einveldi]

I knew bits of this story but to get it so completely and concisely is brilliant.

[amaansyed]

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[musaabahmed]

great video, love learning these tidbits of history that are usually overlooked, keep up the great work!

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[Evemeister]

Legal and financial disputes in football.


The more things change, the more they stay the same.

[harrymoseley]

Right now there are 3 stadiums in Liverpool (Anfield, Goodison Park and Bramley moor docks and all 3 were / are being built by Everton