The 1980s saw English football facing unprecedented tragedies, as fans mourned lives lost in disasters like Bradford, yet it coincided with Everton's historic triumphs.
Everton’s 1984-85 achievements came amidst chaos, reflecting a sport grappling with safety challenges in stadiums, urging a necessary yet difficult shift in football management.
The Sunday Times' editorial highlighted football's dire state, advocating for safety improvements, but its stance on subsidies revealed a misunderstanding of the broader economic implications.
The breakaway to form the Premier League was a double-edged sword for Everton; while it rejuvenated the game, it also trapped them in economic struggles since.
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