Everton turn their attention to the FA Cup when they travel to Crystal Palace in the third round on Thursday (20.00 GMT).
The Toffees have slipped back into the mix of a Premier League dogfight, which has been caused by a 10-point deduction for being guilty of breaching financial rules. Everton did win four successive games to move seven points clear of the drop zone. However, three successive losses against Tottenham, Manchester City and Wolves - coupled with Luton Town picking up points - means Sean Dyche's side are now only a point adrift of the bottom three.
Injuries and fatigue on a small squad have taken their toll. However, the Blues will still want to go as far as possible in the FA Cup as it approaches 30 years since the club last won silverware.
Palace head into the clash on the back of a 3-1 win over Brentford, although pressure has been on manager Roy Hodgson. When the two sides met in the Premier League at Selhurst Park in November, Everton earned a pulsating 3-2 win courtesy of Idrissa Gana Gueye's late strike.
Another close battle could be in store. The Toffees and the Eagles have injury problems and concerns ahead of the tie. Here's a look at the situation for both.
1. Idrissa Gana Gueye - out
The Everton midfielder had been sidelined calf issue and missed the past three games. However, Gueye has now linked up with Sengeal for AFCON duty and was on the bench in their 1-0 friendly win over Niger. | Getty Images
2. Dele - out
The midfielder has suffered a new injury setback after returning to training. He's still to play for Everton this season. | Getty Images
3. Ashley Young - doubt
The 38-year-old hasn't been available for the past six games with a hamstring problem. Young has been back training on the grass so much will depend on where he is in terms of his recovery. | AFP via Getty Images
4. Abdoulaye Doucoure - doubt
Everton have not won a game in the midfielder's absence because of a hamstring problem. He was touch and go for the FA Cup draw at Palace so could be back. | Getty Images