Crystal Palace v Chelsea

Posted Saturday, January 02, 2016 by foxsportsasia.com

Crystal Palace will be looking for a league double over Chelsea when they host their struggling neighbours in a London derby at Selhurst Park in a Sunday lunchtime kick-off.

The Eagles were 2-1 winners at Stamford Bridge back in August, with Joel Ward and Bakary Sako securing the win for Allan Pardew's side.

Since then, the Blues have gone on to sack manager Jose Mourinho after a string of poor results, the team just three points above the relegation zone, while Palace have had a superb season to date, currently lying fith in the Premier League table.

Palace are unbeaten in their last six outings, although their two most recent matches both ended in 0-0 draws.

The Blues also go into the match on the back of two consecutive draws, in what were the first two matches in charge for new interim boss Guus Hiddink.

The hosts have several players out injured, including Dwight Gayle, Connor Wickham, Yannick Bolasie and Kwesi Appiah, while Yohan Cabaye is suspended for one more game. Marouane Chamakh and Damien Delaney are both doubtful.

Chelsea, meanwhile, welcome back Diego Costa from suspension after he missed the 0-0 draw against Manchester United.

Radamel Falcao remains out with a thigh injury, while Cesc Fabregas is also a concern. Gary Cahill, Loic Remy, Eden Hazard, Oscar and Willian must all prove their fitness but are expected to be available on Sunday.