Arsenal Set to Battle it Out at Home Against Crystal Palace

Coming up is the second part of this week’s premier league matchday 35 actions. Arsenal who are in seriously trying to secure their spot in the champions league next season, will be hosting Crystal Palace for yet another exciting London derby encounter.

Arsenal have been on and off in their performances and results, hence, why they are fighting for the top 4. Things are beginning to take shape of the gunners and they are probably regarded as the favorites to finish in the top 3. This fixture is very crucial for them in their top 4 race, and will be doing everything to try to get the job done at home.

Crystal Palace haven’t been great this season, but at the same time, they are not doing poorly. They are not technically safe yet in the premier league and will try to get a positive result away at the Emirates Stadium.

On paper, Arsenal are favorites in this game since they are playing at home.

Arsenal vs Crystal Palace

This is a very important fixture for both teams, but for Arsenal, it is very crucial for them in their top 4 race.

For Arsenal, they are playing at home, which will give them the confidence for the game and to try to get the job done in front of their fans. A lot of talking points have been surrounding Arsenal so far concerning their chances of finishing in the top 4, but as things are looking at the moment and after Spurs lost to Man City, they are looking strong favorites to take over the top 3 spot.

For Crystal Palace, they have a huge task in front of them, going to the Emirates isn’t easy for any team which makes them the underdogs in this fixture. Nevertheless, they have shown in the past that they are capable of causing an upset especially during derby matches, so for them, they will be looking to get a positive result at the Emirates.

My Expectations in Terms of Tactics and Gameplay

For Arsenal, they will possibly setup in a 3-4-1-2 formation or a 4-3-3 formation. Emery has made his style of football clear right from the first game in charge of the club, and the players are already settling into the system. He will want his team to keep possession and dominate the game and try to create enough chances to score goals in the game.

For Crystal Palace, they will possibly setup in a 4-5-1 formation. They have the ability to go to the Emirates and take the game to Arsenal like we have seen them do in the past, but they will most likely rely on counter attacks and set piece opportunities to hurt Arsenal. Their key players Zaha and Townsend will be very instrumental for them as these players have the ability to cause the gunners lots of problem in attack.