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It's happening right now:

Look at what happens when some imagination is used in the front third. Clearly a directive that's in contrast to the Martinez tactics. Get the ball in the box! Make things happen!

I like the basics, but with more substance to be able to adapt to particular opposition. Became too predictable under Martinez with his stubborn game-plan that other clubs worked us out. Adapt to exploit opposition weaknesses. But whatever that adaptation is, choosing the right pass, doing...

This genuinely makes the prospect of watching this game in about an hour much more interesting. I'm fascinated to see how Niasse does starting (and potentially playing about 4 times longer than all his appearances so far combined!)

I've been following Everton for a similar time (and in a similar way, being an OS fan), but for me, the discontent at the moment is the effort and not results. I think as a fan, you're passionate and excited when the team's having a red hot crack, regardless of the final score. That's not what's...

This is a sign of desperation now. When he's publicly trying to justify his position by comparing it to the achievements of others, rather than revisiting his original expectations (I will get you into the Champions League). What he said about Moyes may be true, but Moyes actually did get us...

I'm adding my "I just changed my vote" post (of which I'm sure there's been many). Purely down to the fact I think he's lost the players (again, which I'm sure a lot of people have said already). I held on this long because I like his philosophy on how football should be played (in contrast to...

I think Funes Mori is giving him a run for his money.

Some good questions and I think people have been asking those throughout the whole season. For me, it comes down to inconsistency. 1 & 2: one of our major flaws has been defensive frailty. Martinez is well noted to play an attacking style. But instead of changing his style to improve...

Thanks so much for replying and a great insight. I definitely see what you're saying. A "downhill skier" to summarise... a wonderful asset when things are going the right way, but not doing a whole lot to make that happen if it isn't. And I definitely agree with pressure on defenders. I always...

I'd really like to know why... not to argue, but I'd be interested. It might be outside the box, but I could understand if you were worried about a system too reliant upon one person. We've seen what happened the the R.S. when they lost Suarez (though Sturridge has been injured, I think the...

This isn't quite accurate. This includes his time in charge of Wigan too. His winning percentage at Everton in the prem is 40%. Now I know that's not great, but don't make it sound worse than it is. You know who has a similar record... David Moyes. 41% winning percentage (including 50% from his...

Besic trying too hard to make something happen with every touch. Needs to play the calming role that we're missing from Barry today.

I'm new to the forum but already love the previews from @chicoazul. Being from Aus, it gives me a real sense of the historical and cultural undertones attached to a match that I wouldn't otherwise be aware of. Not sure why there seems to be mixed responses to the previews. Anyway, as for the...

Only way we can get to Europe via the FA cup is by winning it. If we don't and the winner qualifies for Europe by other means (eg: league position), the Europa league spot goes to the highest placed finisher in the league not yet qualified for Europe (7th spot, because this already happened to...