Arsenal vs Crystal Palace

Quotes from the boss, stats and facts, referee details - it's all covered in our comprehensive look at Sunday's match.

We knew the game could go to extra time and we have to manage that and he looked okay.” Palace midfielders James McArthur and Will Hughes trained on Friday after missing the last two Premier League matches. “Tomiyasu looks pretty serious, for his reaction straight away and what he said to me,” Mikel said in his post-Sporting press conference. Teenager goalkeeper, Joe Whitworth, made his debut at Brighton on Wednesday, with Vicente Guaita and Sam Johnstone both injured in midweek. He had some discomfort and could not carry on, so we had to take him off.” “That obviously said, we’ve only got a short amount of time to implement a few ideas, so I don’t want to flood the players with too much information. Mikel Arteta on Palace: “It’s 11 games to play for, 11 Premier League games, and a big final against Crystal Palace. The Eagles haven’t scored in their last four league matches - but they have proved tough to break down. Paddy McCarthy on us: “We’ll try and implement an aggressive style out of possession in different ways. “We have 11 finals to go and that’s it, that’s the main focus now,” Martin Odegaard told us after our penalty shoot-out defeat to Sporting CP. Our record in London derbies during 2022/23 has been nothing short of faultless. “It is with enormous regret that this difficult decision has been made,” chairman Steve Parish told CPFC.co.uk.

Sunday's sole Premier League game should have constituted a homecoming for one of north London's favorite sons but Patrick Vieira will be nowhere to be seen ...

We just have to focus on every game. "We have to look to Sunday. Every time we have come back and changed the situation again. Though the former France international departed with warm words from chairman Steve Parish, patience ultimately snapped due to Palace's woeful run of form in front of goal, most notably a three game streak before Wednesday's loss to Brighton where they failed to register a single shot on target and averaged 0.35 expected goals per game. With 21 goals from 27 games, the Eagles have the division's fourth worst offensive record, a disappointing return from a squad that includes Ebere Eze, Wilfried Zaha, Michael Olise and Odsonne Edouard, though injuries did rob Vieira of several of those players. "Every time we have lost this season we have learned something from it. We have to show [our new mentality] now. "We have to move forward now," said captain Martin Odegaard after the defeat to Sporting. This weekend they instead have an opportunity to push eight points clear in the first of what so many in north London are terming 11 finals. We just have to change the mindset again. Here is how you can watch the match and what you need to know: Sunday's sole Premier League game should have constituted a homecoming for one of north London's favorite sons but Patrick Vieira will be nowhere to be seen at the Emirates Stadium after Crystal Palace abruptly sacked their head coach on Friday morning.

football.london's Arsenal writers offer their assistance to Mikel Arteta over the starting line-up for the Premier League encounter against Crystal Palace ...

[Bukayo Saka](https://www.football.london/all-about/bukayo-saka) comes back into the starting line-up for me, and Gabriel Martinelli deserves a chance to bounce back from his penalty disappointment. For me, that means a start for William Saliba but only on the condition that the Frenchman is fit. In midfield, it is a straightforward decision for Thomas Partey and Martin Odegaard to return. 10 to serve a timely reminder of his qualities and to prove he's ready to aid the title charge. It's a massive game on Sunday for a couple of reasons. Again, factoring in Thursday night's game and Gabriel Martinelli's exploits and I think it might be Emile Smith Rowe time. That means Aaron Ramsdale starts despite his underwhelming showing in the penalty shootout on Thursday. Up front, I think I'd give Gabriel Jesus the start, particularly after Leandro Trossard played all the way through extra-time in midweek despite being just back from an injury himself. With Granit Xhaka getting back to his attacking best, I'd definitely start him as well, particularly Below, they name their respective starting line-ups for the Premier League leaders against Crystal Palace. [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) writers Kaya Kaynak and Tashan Deniran-Alleyne are on hand to offer their assistance to the Spanish tactician. [Thursday night's penalty shoot-out defeat at the hands of Sporting CP out of their system](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-vs-sporting-live-europa-26488424) and, in truth, they can't afford to be affected by it, especially as the incentive for beating the Eagles will be an eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League table.

It's back to the Premier League title fight for Arsenal after midweek Europa League action, and an old friend is coming with Crystal Palace at the Emirates.

Leon Bailey will be looking to make amends for the penalty he conceded in a 1-1 draw with West Ham. He was a star at the World Cup with England and his early goals and assists in games have been a key feature of Arsenal’s title push. Odegaard was always seen as a silky playmaker but he’s added extra grit and drive to his play and his connection with Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli is a big reason why Arsenal are challenging for the title. He is a special talent, a powerhouse and a goal-machine. He needs more help to share the goalscoring burden but he is seeing plenty of chances fall his way as United play direct and to his strengths. His consistency is remarkable and Kane is on track to beat his best-ever PL haul of 30. He has had dips in form this season and has struggled a little with injuries but he still delivers mind-boggling moments consistently and is always hungry to deliver. They have been terrible at home this season though, winning just twice and they have the worst home record in the Premier League. “Before today I prefer to hide this situation and to try to speak, to try to improve the spirit, the situation, with the words, With a lot of situations. The point moves Southampton (23 points) to within a point of West Ham and Bournemouth in 18th and 19th, respectively, but now three points away from safety following results elsewhere on Saturday. Hope is a dangerous thing, as they say, especially against a side fighting and scrapping for its survival in the top flight of English football. Gabriel Jesus started Thursday in the Europa League, so it’s easy to predict a depth flex from the Gunners on Sunday rather than another start for their just-fit star.

The Gunners were knocked out of the Europa League by Sporting CP on Thursday at the Emirates. Granit Xhaka gave the hosts the lead, but Pedro Goncalves scored a ...

The game is very crucial as it could potentially boost the Gunners’ chances of securing a Premier League title. He has a great sense of balance and control when running with the ball, making him a difficult player for defenders to tackle. He is also a versatile player, capable of playing in various attacking positions, including as a winger or a central striker. Cheick Doucoure will be available for selection after serving his one-match suspension and is expected to replace Luka Milivojevic in midfield. Although the extent of Saliba’s injury is unknown, it is likely that Rob Holding will take his place in the team. Although the Eagles are not currently in immediate danger of relegation, their recent form has been concerning, with a 1-0 loss to Brighton highlighting their struggles in front of goal.

Premier League leaders Arsenal face a London derby this weekend as they host managerless Crystal Palace on March 19.

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Arsenal news: The Gunners welcome Crystal Palace to the Emirates Stadium in the first of their final 11 Premier League games in their race for the title.

You can find all the latest Arsenal coverage, [Mikel Arteta's men host the Eagles on Sunday](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-injury-news-crystal-palace-26495845), looking to stretch their lead at the top of the Premier League table to eight points. [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) must quickly put their Europa League exit behind them this weekend as their Premier League title quest resume against Crystal Palace. The opponents this week come into the fixture on the back of terrible form. Palace have failed to win in their previous 12 games, costing Patrick Vieira his job at Selhurst Park. [Martin Odegaard admits Premier League title gain after ‘disappointing’ Europa League elimination](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/martin-odegaard-premier-league-europa-26493763)

It's back to the Premier League title fight for Arsenal, but an old friend is no longer coming with Crystal Palace to the Emirates.

Leon Bailey will be looking to make amends for the penalty he conceded in a 1-1 draw with West Ham. He was a star at the World Cup with England and his early goals and assists in games have been a key feature of Arsenal’s title push. Odegaard was always seen as a silky playmaker but he’s added extra grit and drive to his play and his connection with Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli is a big reason why Arsenal are challenging for the title. He is a special talent, a powerhouse and a goal-machine. He needs more help to share the goalscoring burden but he is seeing plenty of chances fall his way as United play direct and to his strengths. His consistency is remarkable and Kane is on track to beat his best-ever PL haul of 30. He has had dips in form this season and has struggled a little with injuries but he still delivers mind-boggling moments consistently and is always hungry to deliver. They have been terrible at home this season though, winning just twice and they have the worst home record in the Premier League. “Before today I prefer to hide this situation and to try to speak, to try to improve the spirit, the situation, with the words, With a lot of situations. The point moves Southampton (23 points) to within a point of West Ham and Bournemouth in 18th and 19th, respectively, but now three points away from safety following results elsewhere on Saturday. Hope is a dangerous thing, as they say, especially against a side fighting and scrapping for its survival in the top flight of English football. Gabriel Jesus started Thursday in the Europa League, so it’s easy to predict a depth flex from the Gunners on Sunday rather than another start for their just-fit star.

UK fans won't be able to watch Arsenal's clash with Crystal Palace live on TV on Sunday despite Sky Sports not having a Premier League match to broadcast ...

It adds to the debate around the TV scheduling this season, with fans continuing to question why the 3pm blackout is still in place on Saturday afternoons. [HAVE YOUR SAY:](#comments-section) What are your thoughts on the current TV scheduling in football? [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc) this week, though, after the Eagles sacked their manager, former Gunners captain Patrick Vieira. Let us know your thoughts [in the comments below.](#comments-section) Every point will count between now and the season finale, particularly with a mouth-watering clash between the two title hopefuls at the Etihad Stadium on April 26 to come. [Fulham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fulham-fc), are all being shown on terrestrial channels [BBC](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bbc) and [ITV](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/itv) as they have the rights to the competition. [ earlier this month that ](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/3pm-blackout-premier-league-masters-29361401) [the rule was not likely to change anytime soon](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/3pm-blackout-premier-league-masters-29361401), though that still does not explain why Sky Sports cannot amend the fixtures they cover at short notice when their initial choices are rescheduled. [Brighton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/brighton-and-hove-albion-fc), Man City and Man Utd all making it through to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup, their respective [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) fixtures have been rearranged, while West Ham do not have a match scheduled for this weekend. [Manchester United](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) at the Amex Stadium on Sunday, followed by Manchester City's clash with [West Ham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/west-ham-united-fc) in the prime-time late afternoon slot. [Manchester City](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-city-fc) busy with [FA Cup](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fa-cup) action. [Crystal Palace](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/crystal-palace-fc) on Sunday. Following the heartache of elimination from the Europa League on penalties in midweek, the Gunners can bounce back and have a great opportunity to strengthen their position domestically, with rivals

Arsenal host Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Sunday, so we simulated the clash to try and predict the final score as Mikel Arteta's side keep up ...

Despite their dominance, Arteta's side were forced to be patient, and the introduction of Gabriel Jesus from the bench was enough to tip the result in Arsenal's favour. Thomas Partey won possession on the halfway line to start an Arsenal attack, with only Jesus in support. Gabriel Jesus was introduced in the 70th minute and was influential in his cameo, playing a major role in Arsenal taking the lead late on. A 10-minute period of pressure from Palace saw the visitors come close to taking the lead on multiple occasions, but some good goalkeeping denied an opener. Having failed to win in 12, Palace will be looking to turn their fortune around against the Gunners, and they'll do so without Patrick Vieira following the Frenchman's sacking on Friday. Zaha shot early, but Aaron Ramsdale reacted brilliantly to palm the effort around the post.

How to watch Arsenal against Crystal Palace in the Premier League from the UK, US and India, plus kick-off time and team news.

[Check out GOAL's Soccer on US TV guide](https://www.goal.com/en-us/soccer-on-tv) [Check out GOAL's Football on UK TV guide](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/football-on-tv) [▶Watch Arsenal vs Crystal Palace live on Sling TV today!](https://go.skimresources.com?id=211948X1692227&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2Fprogramming%2Fsports%2Fsoccer) On the other hand, Palace have won just one of their eight London derby matches in the Premier League this season (D2 L5), winning 2-1 at West Ham in November. Gabriel Martinelli has been in brilliant form and is Arsenal's highest goalscorer in the Premier League this season with 12 goals, including five in his last five appearances. In the United States (US), the game will be broadcasted on the USA Network and Telemundo Deportes En Vivo and can be live-streamed on [Arsenal](https://www.goal.com/en-in/team/arsenal/4dsgumo7d4zupm2ugsvm4zm4d) take on [Crystal Palace](https://www.goal.com/en/team/crystal-palace/1c8m2ko0wxq1asfkuykurdr0y) in a crucial [Premier League](https://www.goal.com/en-in/premier-league/2kwbbcootiqqgmrzs6o5inle5) clash at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.

Arsenal have a chance to go eight points clear at the top of the Premier League if they can defeat Crystal Palace today.

"The question here is whether Palace can hold out and they showed against Manchester City last weekend that they are not easy to break down - it took until the 78th minute for City to score with a penalty. "Palace are on a long winless run and have not even managed a shot on target for a while but I am not so worried about them going down. "Crystal Palace, on the other hand, are already in a relegation battle, but the good thing for them is that there's too much traffic between them and the bottom three. I like players who show up in big games to score the opening goal or the winner and Saka has done exactly that this season. "City will have games in hand, but Arsenal need to do whatever they can to put pressure on Pep Guardiola's side as we enter the business end of the season. The Gunners will be desperate to increase that gap over the reigning champions, who have begun to pick up some form in recent times, winning their last six fixtures across all competitions whilst keeping a clean sheet in the last five of those outings.

The Gunners face managerless Eagles in London derby looking to extend their title advantage over Manchester City.

Jakub Kiwior, Ben White and Kieran Tierney are other potential options with teenager Reuell Walters set to be named in the squad. Arsenal vs Crystal Palace match odds Arsenal vs Crystal Palace prediction All of them are expected back this afternoon as the Gunners return to something approaching full strength. Arsenal vs Crystal Palace team news Where to watch Arsenal vs Crystal Palace

Mikel Arteta has quite the selection headache ahead of Arsenal's home clash with Crystal Palace on Sunday as centre-back William Saliba is expected to miss ...

[Bukayo Saka](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bukayo-saka), who have both been among the goals of late. [HAVE YOUR SAY!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/arsenal-crystal-palace-saliba-injury-29495876#comments-wrapper) Who should Arteta start instead of Saliba against Palace? [Aaron Ramsdale](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/aaron-ramsdale) will almost certainly take up his usual position between the sticks, he is unlikely to have William Saliba in front of him. As a result, there are fears [Mikel Arteta's](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/mikel-arteta) men could be showing some signs of fatigue when they welcome the Eagles to the Emirates. As a result, Gabriel Magalhaes is likely to be partnered at the back by one of Jakub Kiwior or Rob Holding. Therefore, the hosts can't afford any slip-ups. [Fulham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fulham-fc) last weekend was followed by a first start in four months against Sporting and with the stakes as high as they are against Palace, expect the Brazilian to lead the line once again. Comment [below](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/arsenal-crystal-palace-saliba-injury-29495876#comments-wrapper) [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc) are aiming to bounce back from [Europa League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/europa-league) heartache by extending their lead at the top of the [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) to eight points with a win over [Crystal Palace](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/crystal-palace-fc) on Sunday. [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc) who have had a game in hand over title rivals [Manchester City](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-city-fc), but come full-time against Palace it will be the Gunners who have played a game more than Pep Guardiola's side. [Ben White](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/benjamin-white) will surely keep his place, though he could have deputised at centre-back if Takehiro Tomiyasu had not also sustained an injury against Sporting. [Sporting](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/sporting-lisbon) on Thursday night, having been forced to go the distance in regards to extra-time and a penalty shoot-out.

It's back to the Premier League title fight for Arsenal, but an old friend is no longer coming with Crystal Palace to the Emirates.

As for Real, Toni Kroos is still steering the ship until it gets to the places where Karim Benzema and Vinicius Jr can finish. He’s played in 23 of Man City’s 24 games, scoring 26 goals. And even though Haaland is currently overperforming his expected goals total, it’s clear that projecting him for the Premier League record is rather realistic. Below is the full schedule, as you can watch all 380 games across our NBC platforms. Palace is going to hope to get something out of Wilfried Zaha here. Gabriel Jesus started Thursday in the Europa League, so it’s easy to predict a depth flex from the Gunners on Sunday rather than another start for their just-fit star.

Arsenal will hope to overcome their shock defeat against Sporting CP in the Europa League when they face Crystal Palace in the Premier League.

They have scored just 21 goals in the league this season - only three teams have scored fewer. Palace U21 boss Paddy McCarthy will be in charge of the game tonight. Arsenal haven't completed a league double over Crystal Palace since the 2017-18 season, which should motivate them furthermore, having already won 2-0 at Selhurst Park earlier this season.

Can Arsenal bounce back from Europa League disappointment against the managerless Eagles?

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The Frenchman was withdrawn early from Thursday night's loss against Sporting CP with a back injury and has not recovered in time for the visit of the Eagles, ...

[bruising evening against Sporting Lisbon on Thursday](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/arsenal-sporting-europa-league-highlights-29479586) as their run in the [Europa League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/europa-league) was abruptly ended. [FA Cup](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fa-cup) quarter-final clash, his sixth treble of the campaign and second in the space of five days. Saliba suffered an injury during the last-16 second leg, with the French centre-back withdrawn alongside [ Takehiro Tomiyasu](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/takehiro-tomiyasu) during the first half. [FA Cup](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fa-cup) defeat at Sheffield United and [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) elimination this month at a club without a trophy since 2008. [Mikel Arteta's](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/mikel-arteta) side will be attempting to overcome their European disappointment this weekend as they focus on their [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) title fight by taking on managerless Crystal Palace. Amid that decision, former [Newcastle](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/newcastle-united-fc) striker Shearer and his colleagues, such as Ian Wright, elected not to appear on any BBC programming throughout the weekend. He claimed that members of his squad were “selfish”, whilst suggesting that the North London’s side “history” has contributed to their wildly inconsistent form this term. [Mikel Arteta](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/mikel-arteta) was disappointed with the result in the aftermath, but the potentially positive knock-on effects immediately became clear on Saturday when the Premier League announced some fixtures for next month. The Gunners boss does not want his men to experience the same emotions again in May that they felt following their penalty exit at the hands of Sporting Lisbon. Speaking before any football chat got underway, the Newcastle icon said: “I just need to clear up and wanted to say how upset we were for the audience that missed out last weekend. But the Dutchman’s reluctance to speculate on whether Martial can be a part of his long-term plans for Old Trafford, suggests that time is running out for the injury-plagued former Monaco forward. Arsenal are in pursuit of what will be a first title since the Invincibles lifted the trophy in 2003/04.

Arsenal will hope to overcome their shock defeat against Sporting CP in the Europa League when they face Crystal Palace in the Premier League.

They have scored just 21 goals in the league this season - only three teams have scored fewer. Palace U21 boss Paddy McCarthy will be in charge of the game tonight. Arsenal haven't completed a league double over Crystal Palace since the 2017-18 season, which should motivate them furthermore, having already won 2-0 at Selhurst Park earlier this season.

Arsenal can extend their lead atop the Premier League to eight points with a victory at home over struggling a struggling Crystal Palace side that hasn't ...

James McArthur is unavailable after a bout with illness, but fellow midfielder Will Hughes is available off the bench. Will Hughes makes the bench for Palace, but no James McArthur. Wilfried Zaha takes on Arsenal right-back Ben White 1-on-1 and then rips a shot which hits the left post and bounces off Ramsdale and out for a corner. Odsonne Edouard slipped in behind the Arsenal backline, but can't beat Aaron Ramsdale with his shot. Martin Odegaard picks up a loose ball at the top of the Palace box and fires at goal, but goalkeeper Joe Whitworth stops it. Bukayo Saka's cross from the right finds Gabriel Martinelli at the opposite post. 41st min.: Arsenal now patiently knocking it around the Palace box. — This time it's Bukayo Saka who sneaks in behind Wilfried Zaha in the Palace box and puts it home. Halftime: It looked like Crystal Palace were set to give Arsenal a tough time in this game, but they hit the post on their best chance and then Arsenal's wingers took care of the rest. Their 12-match winless run in all competitions has Palace just three points away from the drop zone. Under-21 team manager Paddy McCarthy will be on the sidelines.

football.london's live coverage of Arsenal vs Crystal Palace as Premier League action continues at the Emirates Stadium.

Trossard's cross goes all the way across the face of the goal and comes to Ben White. Arsenal have another good spell of possession on the edge of the box. Thomas Partey tries to curl home from the edge of the box, but it's just wide. With the way Palace are playing that feels like game over. Could have had more than just their two and would have deserved it. Quick VAR check, but the goal is given, he's just onside. Very impressive half from Arsenal who have been well on top throughout. Both superb and coming into good form at the right time for Goal! GOAL! Arsenal come out of the blocks fast and a cross from the right sees Ward need to clear off the line. ARSENAL 2-0 CRYSTAL PALACE!

Arsenal beat Crystal Palace 4-1, in a Premier League match, the visitors, despite having several clear chances, were unable to score the winning goal, ...

Uruguay: 10:00 a.m. Peru: 10:00 a.m. Paraguay: 10:00 a.m. Chile: 10:00 a.m. Brazil: 10:00 a.m. United States: 10:00 a.m. India: 8:00 a.m. Bolivia: 10:00 a.m. Argentina: 10:00 a.m. We didn't know if it was the right game [back against Fulham]. "[It's a] big boost [to have him back]. Ecuador: 8:00 a.m.

Bukayo Saka scored twice as we swept away Crystal Palace to move eight points clear at the top of the table. Gabriel Martinelli opened the scoring for us as ...

Mikel Arteta was able to bring players off in the closing minutes, after a physically demanding week. When the second did arrive, it was that White/Saka partnership that created it. He completed more passes than any other player on the pitch in the first half, and also won most duels (eight). We went in search of the second. His cross found its way to Martinelli who took a touch, kept his composure then rifled low into the net left footed. We dominated possession and territory early on, with Gabriel Martinelli and Martin Odegaard looking lively, but it was Palace who had the first chance.

Arsenal are now eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table after coasting to a 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace at the Emirates thanks to ...

Below, GOAL rates the Arsenal players on show at the Emirates... The latter doubled the hosts' advantage after a clever and perfectly-weighted pass from Ben White had opened up the Palace defence. Arsenal opened up a commanding eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League with an ultimately comfortable 4-1 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon.