Everton vs Crystal Palace: Predictions, odds & betting tips

With the visitors in strong scoring form on the road and the hosts desperate for points, there should be interest in backing goals at both ends

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Everton play the final home game of a desperately disappointing Premier League season on Thursday evening when they welcome Crystal Palace to Goodison Park.

Frank Lampard's men are two points above the relegation zone and could secure their top-flight status with a win depending on results elsewhere, although defeat would see their survival bid go down to the final day.

Everton vs Crystal Palace latest odds

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The Toffees lost their last home game against Brentford playing the majority of the clash with 10 men, yet prior to that defeat they had been in strong form in front of their own fans, claiming 10 points from a possible 12.

A victory for the hosts is priced at 10/11 (1.91) with bet365 while the visitors are offered at 10/3 (4.33) and the draw at 12/5 (3.60).

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Dominic Calvert-Lewin is the favourite to break the deadlock at 4/1 (5.00) just ahead of Richarlison at 9/2 (5.50).

Wilfred Zaha has scored four of Palace's last six goals in the Premier League and the 29-year-old is offered at 17/2 (9.50) to net first, with Odsonne Edouard at 8/1 (9.00).

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While the hosts are fighting for their Premier League lives, Palace can head to Merseyside secure in the knowledge that they will be playing top-flight football next season.

The Eagles have enjoyed a solid campaign and, with two games left, a top-half finish is certainly within their grasp.

A win on Thursday night would move them into 10th place ahead of their arch-rivals Brighton on goal difference, so there should still be plenty of motivation for Patrick Vieira's side.

Palace have scored in the majority of their away games this season and, with Everton desperate for a win, there should be plenty of interest in backing goals at both ends.

Everton vs Crystal Palace tips & predictions

Both teams to score is priced at 4/5 (1.80) and has paid out in six of Palace's last nine away league games, while proving profitable in five of Everton's last nine league encounters.

Odds correct at the time of writing. 18+. begambleaware.org

Both teams to score at 4/5 (1.80) for a 1pt stake with bet365