After hearing of Mackenzie's misfortune, Seamus Coleman, the Everton captain, invited the supporter to the club's Finch Farm training ground on Monday. Coleman greeted the teenager with a signed Everton shirt before he met the rest of Sean Dyche's squad, including his favorite player Beto, along with the coaching team. The Everton and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford gave Mackenzie a pair of signed gloves, creating a memorable experience for the young fan.
Dyche invited Mackenzie to join the team huddle before the training session, which he watched intently. The defender James Tarkowski offered the supporter tickets for Everton's game at Arsenal on Saturday, further ensuring that Mackenzie would have a positive experience despite the cancelled match.
Everton's goodwill extended beyond Mackenzie, as the club donated food intended for the derby to local food banks and charitable causes. This act was facilitated by volunteers from Fans Supporting Foodbanks, showcasing the spirit of giving and community collaboration that Everton upholds.
Before the derby postponement, Mackenzie, whose mother is from Liverpool, managed to see Everton win 4-0 against Wolves at Goodison. His experience was salvaged by the club's generous actions, reinforcing the importance of community support in sports.
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