Crystal Palace will kick off their FA Cup campaign in front of the home fans at Selhurst Park Stadium on Thursday when they welcome fellow Premier League side Everton for a one-on-one cup game, with kickoff slated for 20:00 GMT.
Key Highlights
Roy Hodgson’s Crystal Palace are winless in their last five matches, with their latest defeat coming in the clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, where they lost out to a late penalty converted by Madueke to hand the struggling home team a victory.
The Eagles have collected two points from their last five matches, highlighting the difficulties they have had with their form in recent matches.
However, switching focus to the FC Cup will benefit Hodgson’s side as they will experience a different atmosphere at Selhurst Park on Thursday, with the focus being progressing in the cup at the expense of Everton.
Everton’s momentum in the league has been halted by two consecutive defeats against Tottenham away (2-1) and Man City at home (1-3). In the two matches, the Toffees gave a good account of themselves, showing great determination and fighting spirit.
Bet hereSean Dyche’s side will look to win away from home on Wednesday and progress in the cup.
Injury Report
Palace will be without Cheick Doucoure, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, and Sam Johnstone due to injury.
Everton will be deprived of the services of Dele Alli, Abdoulaye Doucoure, and Ashley Young, due to injury.
Prediction
This clash will be evenly contested, with both sides potentially fighting for survival this season. Crystal Palace will win at home and progress in the cup.
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