Chelsea:
With four defeats and one win in their last five league games, Chelsea are on the ropes. Should the Premier League heavyweights go down for the count on Saturday, Conte can all but bid adieu to his hopes of a top four finish. This game could prove pivotal for Chelsea's and the Italian's future.
Blues fans will be relieved to hear N'Golo Kante has been passed fit for the tie after fainting at Chelsea's training ground. David Luiz (ankle), Ethan Ampadu (hamstring) and Ross Barkley (hamstring) are all expected to watch this one from the comfort of their homes.
Crystal Palace:
Hodgon's men showed desire and determination in their formidable battle against Manchester United but ultimately fell short. The Eagles will fancy their chances on Saturday though - they're somewhat of a bogey team for Chelsea. In fact, Palace will be looking to make it three consecutive victories over the Blues at Stamford Bridge.
Notable absentees for Palace are Yohan Cabaye (groin), Jason Puncheon (cruciate ligament) and Ruben Loftus-Cheek (knee). Eagles fans will have their fingers crossed that Wilfried Zaha passes a late fitness test having been sidelined with a knee injury.
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte:
"I think it's important for us don't lose points, don't drop points, in every game. We must go [with] speed. We have to go."
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson on potential Zaha return:
"I would be delighted if it was possible for him to play any part on Saturday. It's still early days."
Did you know?
The last team to beat Chelsea three times on the trot was Liverpool in 2012.
Last time round:
Crystal Palace claimed all three points at Selhurst Park in October. An Azpilicueta own goal and a Zaha strike saw the Blues off 2-1.
Possible line-ups:
Chelsea: Courtois; Christensen, Cahill, Azpilicueta; Moses, Fabregas, Kante, Alonso; Willian, Hazard; Morata.
Crystal Palace: Hennessey; Van Aanholt, Kelly, Tomkins, Fosu-Mensah; Townsend, McArthur, Milivojevic, Schlupp; Sorloth, Benteke.