Goodison Park will become the home of Everton's women's team when the Premier League club open their new arena at Bramley-Moore Dock next season, the English outfit said on Tuesday.David Moyes' side are preparing to bid an emotional farewell to Goodison Park in the final men's match at the 132-year old Liverpool stadium against Southampton on Sunday.

First, the feeling was shock. Then, overwhelming relief. The spectre of Goodison Park being bulldozed had long gnawed at the hearts of Everton staff and players, a tension alongside the buzz of moving into the new stadium.

Everton have confirmed they are planning to keep Goodison Park and use their 133-year-old stadium as a new home for the women’s team. The Athletic revealed in February the club were considering the move and after a feasibility study by the The Friedkin Group (TFG),