West Brom can beat the drop insists Baggies boss Alan Pardew but admits they need a win sooner rather than later before Everton's Boxing Day visit

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Alan Pardew believes West Brom have the talent to beat the drop - but admitted that they need a win sooner rather than later.

The Baggies have not tasted victory in 18 attempts.

And following their latest defeat at Stoke, their new boss, who replaced Tony Pulis last month, sent out a positive message. 

Alan Pardew believes West Brom have the talent to beat the Premier League trapdoor

'There's enough quality in that dressing room,' he said.

Albion are a point from the foot of the table and three points from safety heading into the festive fixtures, which start with the visit of Everton on Boxing Day.

'We have half a season left but have to find a win,' said Pardew. 'It has to start soon. Everton will be a key game.'

The Baggies have not won in 18 Premier League games following Saturday's 3-1 defeat at Stoke