Premier League Everton v Crystal Palace game match

Sixth placed Everton have lost eight points in their last four Premier League games. Four games ago the Toffees were in a strong position with regards to qualifying to next season’s Champions League but away losses to Liverpool and Tottenham and an away draw to West Brom mean that a fourth-placed finish looks increasingly unlikely.

If they are to have a shot, a home win against Crystal Palace, resurgent under Tony Pulis, is vital. Romelu Lukaku is unlikely to play which means Everton’s midfielders, especially Kevin Mirallas and Ross Barkley, must deliver the goals.