Martinez: We’re working hard to plug leaks

Roberto Martinez insists Everton’s defensive troubles are temporary because their class is permanent.

Sat, 27 Sep, 2014 - 01:00

Eleanor Crooks

The Toffees have had no trouble finding the net so far this season but have already conceded 13 goals in five Premier League games, more than any other team.

That has been the principle reason they have managed just one win so far, making today’s Merseyside derby at Anfield even more important than normal.

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