EVERTON are launching a new ticketing points system – which will mean their most loyal fans will qualify for tickets for the biggest matches.

The scheme has been introduced following Everton’s run to last season’s FA Cup final and has been launched after discussions with fans’ groups.

From next month, fans will be awarded points for every game they attend, with different points awarded depending on the attractiveness of the fixture.

Season tickets and executive memberships will earn the most number of points – 200 each, while individual home match ticket purchases will range from five points to 25 points and will be determined on a game by game basis, depending upon relative attractiveness of the opposition, the stage of competition, the date and kick-off time and whether it is live on TV.

Chief executive Robert Elstone said: “This new scheme is as transparent as we can be. We all know that throughout a season demand will be high for certain matches and by allocating specific points it will allow us to reward those supporters with the most loyalty.

“Our season ticket numbers to date already suggests there is a real appetite to come to watch Everton and we are anticipating increased demand for a number of matches in the coming season.”