Everton can take another step closer to Premier League survival when they face Watford at Vicarage Road tonight (20.00).
It’s been a season of disappointment for the Toffees and they find themselves in a scrap at the bottom of the table.
But in recent weeks, optimism has grown and there’s a real feel-good factor around Goodison Park.
Frank Lampard’s side have picked up 10 points from their past five games, which include wins over Manchester United, Chelsea and Leicester City.
Everton are one point above the drop zone heading into the Watford clash - but could move further clear of danger should 18th-placed Leeds United fall to defeat against Chelsea.
For the trip to Watford, Lampard will be without key defenders Yerry Mina and Ben Godfrey, along with Donny van de Beek.
However, the Hornets - who are already relegated - could have as many as 13 players absent with top-scorer Emmanuel Dennis and talisman Ismaila Sarr confirmed absentees.
That could see Lampard make changes to his side in terms of personnel and formation.
Here’s how we think Everton will start - in a 4-3-3 system having played 5-4-1 formation against Leicester.
But in recent weeks, optimism has grown and there’s a real feel-good factor around Goodison Park.
5. Vitalii Mykolenko
Forged himself into an undroppable player. Netted a superb volley to break the deadlock against Leicester, while he’s been given the green light to feature after suffering from cramp at the King Power. May play as a conventional left-back rather than a wing-back. Photo: Naomi Baker/Getty Images
6. CM - Fabian Delph
An invaluable performer under Lampard. He’s given Everton so much experience and nous since returning from injury. Photo: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images
7. CM - Abdoulaye Doucoure
Hit form again at a crucial period of the season. Comes up against his former club.
8. CM - Alex Iwobi
Performed impeccably as a right wing-back in the past two games. However, he may be restored to an advanced role where he can influence things more. Photo: Michael Regan/Getty Images)