Everton’s move to the waterfront was meant to signal a bold new chapter in Merseyside.
However, their first season at Hill Dickinson Stadium has felt like a major adjustment period both on and off the pitch, with fans plagued by one frequent issue.
What is the biggest factor impacting Everton fans at Hill Dickinson Stadium?
For Everton, the biggest issue has not been the stadium itself, but rather when matches are actually being played.
Since leaving Goodison Park after 133 years, Everton have struggled to recreate a fortress-like atmosphere at their new Hill Dickinson home.
Results have not helped, with just five wins in 16 matches, but supporters continue to point to the fixture schedule as a major obstacle impacting their enjoyment.
Burnley’s recent visit marked the fifth consecutive Premier League home game staged on a weeknight, while Everton have not played a league home fixture on a weekend since early January, and their last traditional Saturday 3pm home win came against Nottingham Forest in December.
The heavy volume of Monday and midweek 8pm kick-offs has made attendance difficult for families, elderly supporters and fans travelling long distances.
Season-ticket holders have reported missing multiple games due to scheduling, while transport congestion around the Docklands site is exacerbated by night fixtures.
While fan surveys praise the £800m venue’s facilities, complaints frequently centre on transport links and the disruption caused by late kick-offs, all issues magnified in a debut season when routine and familiarity matter most.
FGG says: Hill Dickinson Stadium yet to feel like home for Everton fans
Commercially, the stadium is already transforming Everton’s financial outlook, with major sponsorships and high-profile non-football events underlining its long-term value.
But atmospheres are built on habit, accessibility and passion – and these issues appear to be blocking that.
Until weekend routines return, and both transport routes and results improve, the Hill Dickinson may remain impressive, but it doesn't yet feel quite like home for much of the Toffees' faithful.