Roberto Martínez will not alter Everton playing style despite poor form

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Roberto Martínez is adamant there will be no deviation from the playing style he believes will bring long-term success to Everton despite growing criticism of his team’s faltering form.

The Everton manager is under the most severe scrutiny of his brief reign at Goodison Park with his team five points above the relegation zone after three consecutive league defeats over the festive period. Only Queens Park Rangers have conceded more goals in the Premier League than Martínez’s side, who have made the most individual errors that have resulted in goals against this season, while Everton’s attacking play has been stifled frequently.

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