Chelsea are fourth in the table after returning to winning ways with a 2-1 victory over Watford on Boxing Day through Eden Hazard’s double, though three defeats in their last seven top-flight matches leaves them battling it out for fourth place rather than competing for the title. Palace, meanwhile, have taken seven points from the last nine on offer - inflicting a shock defeat on champions Manchester City in that run - and they can move eight points clear of the relegation zone with another surprise win today.
Crystal Palace v Chelsea Live Commentary, 12/30/18
