Spurs can put a five-point cushion between themselves and fifth placed Manchester United if they see off the challenge of Roberto Martinez's side, who have won just one of their last six top-flight matches.
The Toffees have lost their previous two home games - to Leicester and Stoke City respectively - and will be keen to bounce back against the north Londoners to bolster New Year optimism on the blue half of Merseyside.
Mauricio Pochettino's men have won their last three Premier League games and are unbeaten on their travels since the opening day of the season.
While inconsistency and a soft underbelly have defined many a Spurs side in recent years hope is gradually building that the club's current crop can last the course and secure a return to Europe's top table this season.
The festive period has been both congested and energy sapping but Mousa Dembele is the only new injury concern for the visitors as they attempt to claim their fourth consecutive top-flight victory for the first time since January 2014.
But who will come out on top? Tune in from 3pm for all the build-up to this afternoon's match!
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