Season › 2013-14 › News Baines talks of change in style of play Michael Kenrick , 16 July, 0comments | Jump to most recent Leighton Baines says Everton's approach in Sunday's friendly against Austria Vienna was an early indication of how they are looking to evolve their playing style under Roberto Martinez. The Blues slipped to a narrow 2-1 defeat in their pre-season opener but a more patient, possession-based method of play was clearly evident in the new manager's first game in charge. The defender says their time in Austria has allowed the players to grasp the new tactical system desired by Spaniard Martinez. “It's a work in progress at the moment,” Baines told evertontv. “There's a change in style of play and the way that we're going to play this year. “The week was all about the work load we could get in. We've been doing three sessions a day, everyone played 45 minutes today [Sunday] and it was just about capping off the week's work and getting ready for games. “We've got to start to adapt now to the way the manager wants us to play so that's what today [Sunday] was about. "We were a little bit behind with Vienna being ready to start their season. We're just starting our pre-season so there's a little difference in that. I thought it was a good workout in the end and something good to start off on. “I always enjoy training and pre-season - I'm a bit sick like that,” he added. “I enjoy the hard work and running around and the sun is normally out so pre-season is always a good time. “You do it for yourself because you want to reap the rewards when the season starts. It's about being in the best possible shape you can and being ready to go.” Quotes or other material sourced from EvertonFC.com About these ads © ToffeeWeb