Paul McParlan

Paul McParlan – Our Next Guest at the Denbigh Castle
09
Feb
By Mike Royden
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1960-1969, 1980-1989, Events, Film and Media, Latest, Mike Royden, Paul McParlan

Paul McParlan – Our Next Guest at the Denbigh Castle

Heritage Talks and Social Evenings – Spring Series Programme 2026: 'The Forgotten Champions: 1986/87: Everton's Last Title at Goodison Park' We are pleased to announce our new monthly series of social evenings featuring a talk or event related to our club’s history, heritage, culture and community. This new initiative has been introduced by members of the Everton FC Heritage Society, and in a full season will run from September to May on the first Thursday of every month in the downstairs function room of The Denbigh Castle, in Hackins Hey (off Dale Street), Liverpool. All Evertonians are welcome to attend, and we…
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Forgotten Champions 1986/87: Everton’s Last Title
22
Dec
By Paul McParlan
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1980-1989, Books, Film and Media, Latest, Lewis Royden, Mike Royden, Paul McParlan, Rob Sawyer

Forgotten Champions 1986/87: Everton’s Last Title

Paul McParlan – in Conversation with Rob Sawyer The Forgotten Champions is an enthralling account of how Everton overcame a devastating catalogue of injuries and the sale of their star striker to reclaim the league title from Liverpool in 1987. Manager Howard Kendall used all his tactical acumen to produce a side that was far greater than the sum of its parts, to bring the title back to Goodison.  Paul McParlan, of Everton FC Heritage Society, is a member of the Football Writers' Association and a senior writer for These Football Times. His articles have appeared on The Athletic website…
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Broken Dreams: Everton, The War and Goodison’s Lost Generation
12
Nov
By Rob Sawyer
1930-1939, 1940-1949, Film and Media, History, Interview, Latest, Lewis Royden, Mike Royden, Paul McParlan, Rob Sawyer

Broken Dreams: Everton, The War and Goodison’s Lost Generation

Rob Sawyer - in Conversation with Paul McParlan In the late summer of 1939, Everton Football Club had the world at their feet. After a 1938/39 season that saw them claim the League Championship title, they seemed poised to become an enduring dynasty in English football. With young stars like Tommy Lawton, a veteran goalkeeper in Ted Sagar, and emerging talents like Joe Mercer and TG Jones, Everton was a squad bursting with potential. But the invasion of Poland by Germany, just eight days into the 1939/40 season, suspended the dreams and ambitions of a team that looked set to…
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