The connection to the docklands I’d say is more of a connection to the turrets at the top of the Victoria clock. That’s what the blue pattern is representing on the sleeve. That’s why they’ve purposefully lined them up in this picture
Al normally just sits on the fence if he hears nothing back from the journos and old regime Everton guys he knows so I think he got an emphatic ‘no truth’ response from someone who does know something for him to actually offer an opinion.
Isaac heath had some impressive runs with the ball as well. I think for an initial friendly where the other team already played 3 games we didn't look too rusty and we're able to get some regular players some fitness on the pitch