Reflecting on the impending departure from Goodison Park, it’s clear that for Evertonians, the history embedded within the club's iconic home has been a vital part of their identity.
Francis Davis, who began his journey at The Irish Times in 1919, marks the end of 53 years of dedicated service tonight, prompting a farewell filled with camaraderie and celebration.
"Just glad that we got the win on the last day there, our last game in Oakland. It’s not easy to go back. A lot of emotions playing there," Chapman expressed, highlighting the emotional weight of the moment as he remembered his career beginnings with the A's. He added, "Being there and (Melvin) being the manager of the Giants and I'm on the team, it's a pretty full circle moment." This encapsulated the bittersweet triumph of his and Canha's final game at the Coliseum.