Martinez wary as boss Pulis puts pluck into Eagles

Everton boss Roberto Martinez is all too aware of the threat Crystal Palace pose to his side’s top-four dreams.

Another five wins from their remaining matches would guarantee Everton a place in the top four for only the second time in the Premier League era, with Palace the first of those tests, at Goodison Park tonight.

Their focus may be at the other end of the table but the Eagles’ third win in a row against Aston Villa at the weekend just about ensured their survival.