After a bright start under Patrick Vieira, Crystal Palace have stalled in recent weeks with their last win coming on November 6.
Everton were also under huge pressure until their triumph over Arsenal at Goodison Park earned Rafa Benitez some respite.
The Eagles are two points behind their visitors in 14th and will look to kickstart an upturn in fortunes over the festive period.
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The Premier League's 13th placed side travel to No 14 in a mid-table clash that should be far better than it looks on paper.