Arsenal welcome London rivals Crystal Palace to the Emirates Stadium for their EFL Cup quarter-final clash on Wednesday evening. The Gunners head into the cup tie following a goalless draw against Everton in the Premier League, while Palace arrive in good spirits after an impressive 3-1 away victory at Brighton. This all-London cup affair offers both sides a chance to secure a spot in the competition's semi-finals, with the Eagles looking to spring a surprise against their north London neighbours.
Where to watch Arsenal FC vs Crystal Palace live on TV and online
The London derby between the Gunners and Palace will be shown live across multiple Sky Sports channels in the UK, including Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Fans can also follow the action through the bet365 platform.
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Predictions and betting tips: Arsenal FC vs Crystal Palace
The Gunners are heavily favoured to come out on top in this London derby against Palace at the Emirates. Bookmakers have given Arsenal a commanding 73.57% chance of victory, highlighting their strong position as clear favourites. The betting odds from bet365 reflect this dominance, with Arsenal priced at just 1.42 compared to Palace's lengthy odds of 7.5. The Eagles' chances of causing an upset look rather slim, with just a 9.62% probability of taking all three points. A share of the spoils seems more likely but still relatively unlikely, with the draw given a 16.78% chance and priced at 4.5. These odds suggest the bookies are expecting a fairly comfortable afternoon for Arteta's men against their South London rivals.
Arsenal FC Form Analysis
The Gunners have been in formidable form at the Emirates as of late, showcasing their title credentials with a mix of resilient defending and clinical attacking play. Their most recent home outing saw them held to a goalless stalemate by a stubborn Everton side, but prior to that, they put in a commanding performance to dispatch Monaco 3-0 in the Champions League. The North London outfit also demonstrated their defensive solidity by keeping a clean sheet in a 2-0 victory over rivals Manchester United. Arsenal's attacking prowess has been particularly evident in their recent matches, with the team netting an impressive eight goals across their last two away fixtures. The Gunners put five past West Ham at the London Stadium and repeated the feat with a stunning 5-1 victory in Lisbon, though they were held to a 1-1 draw at Craven Cottage by Fulham in their most recent away day. This rich vein of form at home, combined with their goal-scoring exploits on the road, suggests Arsenal are hitting their stride at a crucial point in the season.
Arsenal FC Recent Results
The Eagles have been showing impressive resilience on their travels lately, demonstrating their ability to compete with some of the Premier League's toughest opponents. Their most recent away day produced a brilliant 3-1 victory over rivals Brighton in the M23 derby, followed by a gutsy 1-0 win at Ipswich, showcasing their ability to grind out results on the road. Palace's defensive organisation has been particularly noteworthy, helping them secure valuable points. The South London outfit has proven themselves to be particularly difficult to beat away from Selhurst Park, earning creditable 2-2 draws at high-flying Villa Park and maintaining their composure in tough away fixtures. While they've had mixed fortunes, their ability to find the back of the net consistently on their travels has been a marked improvement, with Palace scoring in four of their last five away matches. This newfound attacking verve, combined with their traditional defensive stability, suggests the Eagles are evolving into a more rounded outfit on the road.
Past meetings between Arsenal FC and Crystal Palace
Arsenal have dominated their recent meetings with Crystal Palace, holding a commanding record of five wins against Palace's solitary victory in their last ten encounters. The Gunners have shown remarkable versatility in this fixture, picking up three away wins alongside two victories at the Emirates, demonstrating their ability to get results regardless of venue. Their most recent clash showcased Arsenal's superiority with a thumping 5-0 victory at home, highlighting the growing gulf between the sides. Palace have struggled to make their mark in this London derby, managing just one home win and failing to secure any away victories in their recent meetings with the Gunners. The Eagles have had to settle for draws on four occasions, but their overall record against their North London rivals makes for grim reading. The recent 5-0 drubbing at the Emirates further emphasises Palace's difficulties in this fixture, where they've often found themselves second best to their more illustrious neighbours.
League Standings: Arsenal FC vs Crystal Palace
Due to the lack of specific standings information for either Arsenal or Palace, I cannot provide a meaningful summary of their current league positions. To create an accurate standings comparison between the Gunners and the Eagles, current table positions would be required.
