A 62-year-old Everton fan received a lifetime ban from the club's new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock for filming himself stealing food before the stadium's official opening. The 52,888-capacity stadium will be Everton's permanent home starting from the 2025/26 season and has already hosted test events.
During the first test event, where 10,000 fans attended, a fan was caught on video taking food without paying, leading to an indefinite ban from Everton games. The individual was identified and dealt with by Merseyside Police, agreeing to donate the cost of the stolen items to Everton in the Community. The club emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards such behavior and aims to provide a safe and welcoming environment at the new stadium.