Everton face arguably their toughest fixture of the season when they travel to Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday (12.30 GMT).
The Toffees need not be reminded of the stern challenge it will be to deliver a result at the Etihad Stadium. Pep Guardiola's side are widely regarded as the best team in the world, having claimed the Treble last season and go in pursuit of a fourth successive league title.
Everton, meanwhile, languish in the relegation zone having been hit with a 10-point deduction for breaching profit and sustainability rules. They are awaiting the outcome of their appeal hearing hoping that their punishment will be reduced.
And while Sean Dyche's side haven't won in the top flight since before Christmas, they earned two gutsy draws against Fulham and Tottenham last week amid a depleted squad. Injuries continue to take their toll, with Abdoulaye Doucoure, Andre Gomes and Arnaut Danjuma all absent while Amadou Onana remains a doubt.
Everton can take heart from the fact they earned a 1-1 draw at City last season, while their 3-1 loss at Goodison Park earlier this season was shrouded in controversy when Onana conceded a penalty for handball at point-blank range.
Dyche has several decisions to make if the Toffees are to return to Merseyside with a share of the spoils or all three points. With everything in mind, here's the Everton team predicted to face City.
9. CM - Amadou Onana
Made the difference off the bench in the past two games and it appears time to reintroduce him back into the XI. | Getty Images
10. AM - Abdoulaye Doucoure
Looked slightly rusty against Palace but that was no surprise as he was making his return from injury. Brighton will remember how Doucuoure ran riot in this game last season. | Getty Images
11. ST - Dominic Calvert-Lewin
The striker's wait for a goal is approaching four months but he remains first choice for the other attributes he offers. | Getty Images