"It might end up". Chris Sutton makes prediction on Bournemouth vs Crystal Palace

Bournemouth will host Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday, December 31.

The Cherries suffered a 2-0 defeat to Chelsea during the midweek game, meanwhile, Palace suffered a 3-0 defeat to Fulham.

Ahead of the game, BBC football expert Chris Sutton has made a prediction. According to Sutton the game will end in a 1-1 draw.

"I didn't see Crystal Palace's heavy home defeat by Fulham coming and I am beginning to lose faith in them - a little like I am with West Ham. I keep thinking there is a big result around the corner for them but it never comes," Sutton said via BBC.

"This is an important game for Bournemouth too, given their run of form. This is not a good time to be on the slide.

"The Cherries improved in the second half against Chelsea but it was too little, too late - they have been exceeding expectations under Gary O'Neil but they have now lost five of their past six league games and you have to remember their target this season is all about whether they can beat the drop.

"This is a game where a win would lift the mood massively for either team but I have a feeling that it might end up being a draw."

source  - BBC