Glen Murray watched as Arsenal were taken all the way to penalties before eliminating Crystal Palace from the Carabao Cup last night. The match proved to be a tense and compelling affair, reflecting the difficulty many sides face when coming up against Palace in domestic competition.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said it was "emotionally tough" to accept Crystal Palace's stoppage-time equaliser before his team went on to win 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in their Carabao Cup quarterfinal.
Arsenal progressed to the Carabao Cup semi-final after defeating Crystal Palace on penalties following a 1-1 draw in normal time this evening. The result underlined Arsenal’s determination to compete for silverware this season, with pressure moments such as this providing a clear measure of their ambition and resilience.
Arsenal hosts Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter finals, and this is the starting eleven chosen by Mikel Arteta. This fixture carries significant importance for the Gunners, as it is widely viewed as a campaign in which they are expected to secure silverware.
Aston Villa have won their last ten matches, making them the most in form team in the Premier League at present. The Villans currently sit just three points behind Arsenal in the league table, signalling the threat they pose to the Gunners in the title race.
Gabriel Jesus has returned to full fitness, yet he continues to wait for his first Arsenal start since suffering a long-term injury, raising questions over whether that opportunity could come against Crystal Palace.
After Arsenal’s win over Everton, Rio Ferdinand responded to comments made by Bukayo Saka. Saka was involved in nearly every dangerous attack and looked to be in good form against the Toffees, finishing off an excellent team move from close range to put Arsenal ahead in the 43rd minute.
Jakub Kiwior has continued to establish himself as one of Arsenal’s standout performers this season, even while playing away from the Emirates Stadium.
Every Arsenal player representing a nation that has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America is working tirelessly to secure a place in their national squad.
Martin Odegaard has returned after an injury-plagued start to the season, and his quality has quickly become evident once again. As Arsenal captain, his presence carries significant weight, and his return represents a major boost for the Gunners at a crucial stage of the campaign.
Gabriel Jesus is back to full fitness after spending close to a year recovering from a serious injury, and his return represents a significant boost for Arsenal.
Arsenal have been linked with a potential move for Davide Bartesaghi as he continues to develop at AC Milan, with the defender showing steady improvement.
Gary Lineker believes Erling Haaland could prove decisive in the Premier League title race between Arsenal and Manchester City as the season progresses.
Viktor Gyokeres has faced significant pressure since moving to Arsenal this season, largely because he arrived on the back of two impressive campaigns at Sporting Club.
Declan Rice once again demonstrated why he is regarded as one of the most reliable footballers in England during Arsenal’s narrow victory over Everton at the weekend.
William Saliba was fortunate to avoid a red card during Arsenal’s victory at Everton over the weekend, but debate has centred on whether the defender should have conceded a penalty.
Since the 2022 and 2023 seasons, Arsenal’s defence has consistently ranked among the best in world football, with many victories secured simply because opponents have been unable to break them down.
Diant Ramaj has emerged as a potential option for Arsenal as they assess goalkeeping depth at the Emirates Stadium. The goalkeeper has entered the club’s radar as a candidate to serve as a backup to David Raya, who has established himself as the clear first choice.
Karim Adeyemi is one of the players Arsenal have been monitoring closely, but recent events may cause concern regarding his attitude and suitability for the club’s culture.
Both Mikel Arteta and Lionel Messi spent their early careers at Barcelona’s celebrated La Masia academy. The Spaniard never managed to break into the first team.
Ousmane Dembele has been an Arsenal target since his time at Barcelona, and the Frenchman continues to remain on their radar. His spell in Spain appeared to suggest that he had lost his way, yet that perception was challenged by his performances for Paris Saint-Germain last season.
Arsenal’s interest in Víctor Valdepeñas became public following his recent first-team debut for Real Madrid, but the defender has been monitored by the Gunners for a considerable period.
This has not been one of Manchester City’s strongest seasons, yet they have still managed to apply significant pressure on Arsenal in the Premier League title race.
Sunderland star Granit Xhaka has had a long and exciting career in some of the biggest European clubs, but apparently, as he explained, the Wear-Tyne derby win over Newcastle United left a different kind of mark.
Mikel Arteta has once again singled out Declan Rice for special praise, underlining the midfielder’s growing influence and importance to Arsenal’s progress this season.