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The Everton fan who bought a football club
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- Mar 27, 2026
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Royal Blue Podcast Special: From the Boardroom to the Bullens EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee In this exclusive interview, Ian Croll sits down with Dave Cunningham, the property developer and lifelong Evertonian who stepped up to save Southport FC from the brink of financial collapse in mid-2025. Alongside co-investor Kieran Malone, Dave has spent the last year transforming the National League North side into a model of sustainability and community pride. Now, he’s opening up about the reality of running a football club, the heavy weight of local legacy, and the unique challenges of the beautiful game. From an Everton perspective and being a die-hard Blue, Dave shares his candid thoughts on the state of play at Hill Dickinson: The Moyes Era 2.0, season assessment with a look at the campaign so far—where we’ve excelled and where we’re falling short. The Ceiling: Can Everton break back into the elite, or is stability the current priority? Inside Southport FC, Dave pulls back the curtain on life as an owner, including the rescue mission and why he felt compelled to save Southport and his vision for "building value" over quick fixes. There’s also the fascinating story behind interviewing Everton legend Duncan Ferguson for the Southport managerial vacancy. Dave is also dreaming of Wembley, with Southport facing Southend this Saturday in the FA Trophy Semi-Final, Dave discusses the nerves, the excitement, and what a trip to the final would mean for the town. #EFC #EvertonFC #DavidMoyes #EvertonStadium #HillDickinson #RoyalBlue Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:* https://shop.regionalnews…