Crystal Palace vs Arsenal prediction
The Premier League season concludes on Sunday, 24.05.2026 with a late kick-off at Selhurst Park (6:00 PM GMT+3) as Crystal Palace host table-toppers Arsenal FC in Matchday 38. This fixture brings together Oliver Glasner’s Crystal Palace, who sit in 15th position with 45 points, and Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal FC, who have already secured first place on 82 points. Palace arrive having compiled a mixed campaign at home and a season in which defensive frailties and intermittent attacking form have produced a modest return. Arsenal, by contrast, have combined a productive attack with a disciplined defence on their way to the summit. The match carries end-of-season significance for Palace as they aim to finish strongly, while Arsenal will seek to consolidate their title credentials and close the campaign unbeaten at the top, where possible.
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Main Betting Tip: HT/FT, Arsenal/Arsenal
Arsenal FC are the clear favourites for this encounter. Across the campaign, they have amassed 82 points from 37 matches with a goal difference of +43 (69 scored, 26 conceded) and a robust away record of 10 wins, 5 draws and 3 defeats. Their recent run — four wins and one draw in the last five matches across all competitions — underlines a team in strong form under Mikel Arteta. Crystal Palace, by contrast, have been inconsistent, with 11 wins, 12 draws and 14 defeats and a less convincing home record (4 wins, 9 draws, 5 defeats). The tactical discipline and depth available to Arsenal, together with their superior attacking output, suggest an Arsenal victory is the likeliest outcome.
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Betting tip 2: Both teams score? Yes
A realistic complement to the main 1X2 selection is the Both Teams To Score market. Arsenal have conceded 26 goals this season — not a shutout unit — and Palace have produced 40 goals, demonstrating they can find the net even in difficult matches. Given Palace’s tendency to engage in open moments at Selhurst Park and Arsenal’s prolific forward options, both sides scoring is a high-probability scenario. Additionally, Palace’s recent matches show they remain capable of attacking returns despite defensive lapses.
Betting Tip 3: Under 2.5 Goals
While both teams scoring is plausible, the match may still end as a low-scoring affair. Palace’s defensive approach at home under Oliver Glasner and Arsenal’s recent trend of controlling possession and managing games could suppress the total goals. Arsenal’s methodical style often prioritises game management against lower-ranked opponents, and Palace’s conservative home record (nine draws) indicates an inclination to keep games tight. Consequently, Under 2.5 goals is a logical market to consider alongside Both Teams To Score — a combination that reflects a closely contested, low-scoring fixture.
Statistics for Crystal Palace vs Arsenal FC
Crystal Palace team news!
Coach: Oliver Glasner. Crystal Palace conclude the season with 45 points and a goal record of 40:49. Their home record reads 4 wins, 9 draws and 5 defeats, reflecting an inability to consistently convert home advantage into maximum returns. Glasner’s side have been pragmatic at Selhurst Park, frequently opting for compact defensive shapes and relying on transitions to create chances. Injuries, squad rotation late in the season and the psychological weight of fighting for a safe finish can influence selection and performance. Palace’s recent form shows limited momentum: one win, two draws and two defeats in their last five matches, which suggests vulnerability against top opposition.
Arsenal FC team news!
Coach: Mikel Arteta. Arsenal arrive as Premier League leaders with 82 points, boasting a superior goal difference (69:26) and an impressive away record of 10 wins, 5 draws and 3 defeats. Arteta’s side combine tactical flexibility, strong pressing and efficient attacking cycles. Arsenal’s recent five-match form (four wins and one draw) demonstrates consistency and fitness across the squad. Selection choices will likely reflect Arteta’s intent to balance securing the league position with avoiding unnecessary fatigue or injuries before the summer; nevertheless, the depth of the Arsenal squad makes them formidable visitors.
H2H statistics
Recent head-to-head history heavily favours Arsenal. Over the last five meetings in all competitions Arsenal have won four times and there has been one draw; Crystal Palace have not recorded a victory in this span. The most recent direct encounter ended 1:1 after regular time, with Arsenal progressing via an 8:7 penalty shootout — a sign that individual matches between these teams can be tight and emotionally charged despite Arsenal’s superior overall record.
Last results Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace’s form over the last five matches stands at: 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Their current form shows intermittent resilience but insufficient consistency to challenge the top-tier sides. Most recently they recorded a 2:2 away draw at Brentford, a result that confirms their ability to score but also underlines persistent defensive shortcomings.
Last results Arsenal FC
Arsenal’s recent string reads: 4 wins and 1 draw in the last five matches, leaving them unbeaten across that span. Their current form is robust and momentum-rich; the latest outing was a 1:0 home victory against Burnley, reinforcing defensive compactness combined with efficient finishing.
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Conclusion
Arsenal FC are the clear favourites for this fixture based on season-long performance, goal difference, away record and current form under Mikel Arteta. Their depth and cohesion make them the likeliest winners on paper, and the principal betting recommendation is an Away win (Tip 2). Nonetheless, Crystal Palace’s home resilience and tendency to yield tight, low-scoring matches recommend complementary markets: Both Teams To Score (Yes), Under 2.5 goals, and the conservative correct score of 1:1. Taken together, the safe strategy is to back Arsenal to claim victory while acknowledging the credible possibility of a low-scoring, both-teams-to-score outcome, which could see the match finish level.
