- Arsenal welcome Crystal Palace to the Emirates in midweek Premier League action
- Gunners defeat will crown Liverpool champions
- Palace stopped rot by holding Bournemouth to goalless draw on Saturday
Arsenal are in Premier League action again on Wednesday night as they take on Crystal Palace at the Emirates.
Arsenal host Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium today, April 23, 2025, in a Premier League London derby with both sides looking to achieve their respective ambitions as the season nears its climax. The Gunners are pushing for a strong finish, potentially with title aspirations still alive or at the very least, solidifying their Champions League spot, while Crystal Palace will be aiming to cause an upset and improve their position in the table, perhaps with an eye on their upcoming FA Cup semi-final.
Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal come into this fixture in a buoyant mood. Their recent form has been impressive, showcasing a potent attack and a more solid defensive unit. A commanding 4-0 victory over Ipswich Town in their last Premier League outing underlined their attacking capabilities, and a hard-fought 2-1 win against Real Madrid in the Champions League demonstrated their ability to perform against top European opposition. This recent run of results has instilled confidence and momentum within the squad, making them a formidable force at home.
In contrast, Crystal Palace have experienced a mixed run of form. A goalless draw against Bournemouth in their last match stopped a run of heavy defeats, including a 5-0 thrashing by Newcastle United. Oliver Glasner’s side have shown they can be resilient, but consistency has been an issue. Their away form, in particular, will be a concern for the Eagles faithful heading into a challenging fixture at the Emirates.
What time does Arsenal vs Crystal Palace kick-off?
- Location: London, England
- Stadium: Emirates Stadium
- Date: Wednesday 23 April
- Kick-off Time: 20:00 BST / 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT
- Referee: Michael Salisbury
- VAR: Alex Chilowicz
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace Head-to-Head
The head-to-head record between the two sides heavily favors Arsenal. In their 57 previous meetings, Arsenal have emerged victorious 35 times, with 16 draws and only 6 wins for Crystal Palace. The reverse fixture earlier this season saw Arsenal secure a dominant 5-1 win at Selhurst Park, a result that will undoubtedly be in the minds of both sets of players. Arsenal also knocked Palace out of the League Cup with a 3-2 win at the Emirates just days before that league encounter, further highlighting their recent dominance in this fixture.
What victory means for Arsenal and Crystal Palace
For Arsenal, securing three points is paramount to maintain pressure on their rivals at the top of the table and to ensure their place in next season’s Champions League is confirmed. With a Champions League semi-final first leg against PSG on the horizon, Arteta might be tempted to rotate some players, but the importance of the Premier League points on offer means a strong side is expected.
Crystal Palace, while likely prioritizing their upcoming FA Cup semi-final against Aston Villa, would relish the opportunity to take points off a top side and finish the season as strongly as possible. A positive result at the Emirates would provide a significant boost to their confidence and could help them climb higher up the Premier League standings.
Arsenal team news and predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace
David Raya is expected to be in goal. The defense could see a reshuffle with options like Ben White, Jurrien Timber, Jakub Kiwior, and Kieran Tierney available. In midfield, a combination of Thomas Partey, Declan Rice, and Martin Ødegaard is likely. The attack could feature Leandro Trossard, with Mikel Merino and possibly Myles Lewis-Skelly or Ethan Nwaneri providing attacking support. Key players like Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Magalhães, Kai Havertz, and Takehiro Tomiyasu have been dealing with injuries and their involvement will depend on late fitness assessments, though some sources suggest they remain out. Arsenal predicted lineup vs Palace (4-3-3).
Crystal Palace team news and predicted lineup vs Arsenal
Dean Henderson is the likely man between the posts. The defense may include Nathaniel Clyne, Maxence Lacroix, Marc Guehi, and Tyrick Mitchell. In midfield, Adam Wharton and Will Hughes could feature alongside Eberechi Eze and Ismaila Sarr. Jean-Philippe Mateta is expected to lead the line. Joel Ward is a doubt due to injury, and Chris Richards is suspended. Palace predicted lineup vs Arsenal (3-4-2-1).
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace score prediction
This is the third meeting between the pair this season, as Arsenal continued their impressive recent record over Palace with two victories.
Given Arsenal’s strong home form, impressive recent results, and historical dominance over Crystal Palace, they are clear favorites for this clash. While Palace will undoubtedly put up a fight, especially with their defensive setup, Arsenal’s attacking quality is expected to be decisive. A comfortable home win for Arsenal seems the most probable outcome.
An Arsenal win delays Liverpool’s title party, but the Reds would still be crowned champions with a victory over Spurs on Sunday.
Prediction: Arsenal 3 – 0 Crystal Palace.
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