When is the last time Everton's manager didn't make the flight, then? News of Sam Allardyce staying at home due to a long-standing hospital appointment means Craig Shakespeare and Duncan Ferguson will take charge of the Blues' Europa League dead-rubber.
Along with them, a whole host of Academy players, a few on the first team periphery, and two very notable names: Morgan Schneiderlin and Kevin Mirallas.

David Prentice and Phil Kirkbride discuss what this all means for the club, as well as reflecting on Joe Royle's Goodison career after the legend decided to step down from his beloved Blues. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy