Charles Redmond· Updated 
Everton vs Stoke was a completely deflating experience. 1-0 down, 2-1 down, 3-2 up and then eventually losing 4-3. Classic Everton. What other team scores 3 goals at home and still manages to lose?
Our defending, or lack thereof, cost us dearly and yet again 3 points was squandered.
Is Martinez to blame? Is it the players? Or a combination of both?
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