Crystal Palace team news: Roy Hodgson facing injury crisis ahead of crucial Premier League clash vs Watford FC

Crystal Palace fans took a huge sigh of release last weekend when they registered a 3-2 win over Brighton.

The Eagles sit in 16th spot in the Premier League and six-points above the relegation zone.

Roy Hodgson and his side know a win over Watford FC will all but guarantee their place in the top-division next season. Palace have only lost two of their last five games away from home.

Watford FC comes into the weekend clash having picked up just one point in their last five fixtures.

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Crystal Palace team news:

Palace boss Roy Hodgson is facing major injury problems ahead of the Watford Clash.

Scott Dann remains out with a knee injury while, Puncheon, Sako, Wickham and Schlupp are also ruled out with injuries.

Sweden international of Turkish decent Erdal Rakip is available for selection but is yet to make an appearance in the Premier League this season. Rakip is currently on loan at Palace from Portuguese giants Benfica.