Welcome to Goodison Park for what could prove to be a pivotal moment in the Premier League relegation battle. The current circumstances have Everton facing a 10-point deduction, while Crystal Palace grapples with a string of losses and injuries, making tonight’s match crucial for both teams.
Crystal Palace, presently five points ahead of Everton, is contending with a period of poor form and multiple injuries, with the additional setback of their manager, Roy Hodgson, falling ill earlier in the week. The team has suffered three losses in their last four matches and has failed to secure a victory in their last six away games. Furthermore, they have struggled to triumph at Goodison Park in their previous eight visits.
Contrastingly, Everton has encountered their own share of challenges with just one win in their last 11 matches and their star striker, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, enduring an 18-game goal drought. Despite this, the Toffees are considered the favourites to emerge victorious tonight, with Calvert-Lewin as the frontrunner to score at odds of 15/8.
Considering the difficulties faced by both teams, it is evident that tonight’s match is set to be tense and captivating. The advantage of playing on home turf and the vulnerable defensive record of Palace could potentially provide Everton with the advantage needed to secure the win.
In addition to the Everton vs. Crystal Palace match, football enthusiasts can look forward to an array of exhilarating matches later in the week including Inter Milan vs. Atletico Madrid and Porto vs. Arsenal.
For those with an interest in horse racing, Rizzel has curated three top selections from Carlisle for Monday’s racing. As always, we welcome your own betting tips in the comments section below.
So, prepare for an exhilarating evening of football and enjoy the spectacle.