Season › 2013-14 › News Martinez thinks his first derby could be special , EvertonFC.com , 17 November, 0comments | Jump to most recent In anticipation of next Saturday's derby at Goodison Park, Roberto Martinez says, “It's such an exciting fixture. You can tell it's got a special feel about it and especially now that both teams are in very good positions after strong starts to the season. “So, it's going to be a good fixture — an important fixture. But, I think more importantly, a real football celebration of how well the two teams have started so far. “It's an exciting fixture in the football calendar, never mind just in Liverpool. So, there's been a lot of talk, a lot of stories mentioned around the derbies, so I'm really, really looking forward to seeing Goodison in such an exciting fixture.” Martinez says it's the history behind the fixture that sets it apart from other rivalries, while the similarities in playing style should make for an enthralling contest. “From my point of view, it's the most exciting one for the history that is surrounding the game and the passion of the fans,” he added. “It makes it a really, really important game. I think the two teams are now sharing a similar football style, which is going to make it a really fascinating game of football. I think, from every single angle you want to measure a derby game, this one could be as good as any if you are looking throughout the football world. “So, you can imagine the ingredients are there and I think the quality that the two squads are bringing to the game is going to make it a special football game.” Quotes or other material sourced from EvertonFC.com About these ads