Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew admits they meet Tottenham in red-hot form.

After overcoming Dover in the FA Cup in his first game in charge, Pardew's first responsibilities in the Premier league sees his team hosting Tottenham at Selhurst Park.

"When you are fighting relegation you don't want to play teams in red-hot form but Tottenham are," Pardew said.

"This is a great period for them so we will have to knock them off their stride. I'm hoping to put real belief in my team. I know the welcome I've had from the club, ex-players and fans and I hope the place will be jumping and I need to exploit that."