After two successive away fixtures, Arsenal return to the Emirates Stadium to host London rivals Crystal Palace in a Premier League encounter on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Africa Foot expert Allan Damba looks into the upcoming clash in London.
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace Match PreviewÂ
With just five games remaining in the 2024/25 season, the Gunners are second on the table with 66 points—13 behind league leaders Liverpool, who don’t play until the weekend. Arsenal recently thrashed Ipswich Town 4-0, with a Leandro Trossard brace and goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri.
Crystal Palace, meanwhile, are sitting 12th with 44 points. They remain in contention for a top-half finish, just four points behind 10th-placed Brighton. Their last outing ended in a goalless draw against AFC Bournemouth.
Arsenal Recent Form Analysis
Arsenal have shown consistency in recent matches, winning three and drawing two of their last five games in all competitions. During this run, Mikel Arteta’s men have scored 11 goals and conceded just three.
- Last Five Games: 3 wins, 2 draws
- Latest Result: Ipswich Town 0-4 Arsenal
Crystal Palace Recent Form Analysis
The Eagles have managed only one win in their last five outings, alongside two losses and two draws. They have scored five goals in that stretch but conceded 12, indicating issues at the back.
- Last Five Games: 1 win, 2 draws, 2 losses
- Latest Result: Crystal Palace 0-0 AFC Bournemouth
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
- Crystal Palace 1-5 Arsenal
- Arsenal 3-2 Crystal Palace
- Arsenal 5-0 Crystal Palace
- Crystal Palace 0-1 Arsenal
- Arsenal 4-1 Crystal Palace
Arsenal have won all five of their most recent meetings with Crystal Palace, scoring 18 goals in the process.
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace Prediction
Arsenal are clearly the stronger side in this fixture, boasting superior form, squad quality, and home advantage. Crystal Palace’s inconsistent run is unlikely to pose much threat to the Gunners.
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace Best Betting Odds (1xBet):
- Home Win (1) – 1.45
- Over 1.5 Goals – 1.26
Player to Watch
Ismaila Sarr (Crystal Palace):
The Senegalese winger will be key if Crystal Palace are to stand any chance. With eight goals and four assists in 40 matches this season, his pace and direct style could test Arsenal’s defence.
