Unless something drastic changes, Crystal Palace is headed for relegation out of the Premier League this season. I think they lack the firepower necessary to win the necessary number of games and points to drag themselves out of the deep hole they're currently in.
Nonetheless, in the annals of the improbable, Wilfried Zaha's goal in the last minute of stoppage time against West Ham United ranks way up there.
It's still early. Even though they only have four points, Bournemouth is at 7, and both Everton and Swansea City have 8. Getting to 8 is just one win and one draw. So, if they did that, provided the other teams didn't get any points, they wouldn't look as forlorn as they do right now.
Plus, I think the relegation battle will be more interesting than the chase for the title, as Manchester City is just really really good right now. But things can, and do, change in sports. We'll watch to see if they change for Crystal Palace and Man City.
Unfortunately, the team that Palace plays next is Tottenham Hotspur, who truly need a win in their attempt to stay in the top four.
Meanwhile, Bournemouth is against Newcastle United, so Bournemouth is the underdog. Swansea City is playing Brighton & Hove Albion; that's a toss-up. Everton's opponent is Watford, and Watford appears stronger right now. So I wouldn't expect Bournemouth or Everton to get more points this weekend either, which keeps the bottom of the table fairly stable. Then there's an international break.
I'll check back in with the Eagles near the end of November.
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