Will Everton challenge for Europe? Only if they score more goals

Crystal Palace secured a commanding 3-0 victory against Shelbourne, showcasing their ability to manage a demanding schedule as they navigate a series of 15 matches from late November to early January. This win reflects the team's resilience and tactical prowess under manager Oliver Glasner.

This weekend in the Premier League, attention is drawn to key players like Gabriel Jesus and Mohamed Salah, with Chelsea facing Everton amid ongoing concerns about their consistency against smaller teams. Chelsea's recent performances have been mixed, showcasing their ability to rise to big occasions while struggling against teams that employ deep defensive strategies.

Crystal Palace secured a significant victory against Shelbourne in their first European campaign, with Christantus Uche scoring and Eddie Nketiah continuing his scoring streak. This win places them in a strong position for the Conference League playoffs, despite missing key players like Jean-Philippe Mateta and Daniel Muñoz.

Nottingham Forest secured a crucial 2-1 away victory against Utrecht in the Europa League, with Igor Jesus scoring a late winner after Arnaud Kalimuendo's opener was equalized by Mike van der Hoorn. This win marks Forest's third in the competition, bringing their total points to 11 after six matches.

Everton ended Chelsea's remarkable unbeaten streak in the Women's Super League (WSL) with a 1-0 victory at Kingsmeadow, thanks to a decisive goal from Honoka Hayashi. This defeat marks Chelsea's first league loss since May 2024 and Sonia Bompastor's first as manager after an impressive tenure. The match was discussed in the Women’s Football Weekly podcast featuring Faye Carruthers, Suzy Wrack, Marva Kreel, and Rich Laverty.