Arsenal vs Crystal Palace Predictions and Betting Tips
We close off round 8 in the Premier League with a London Derby on Monday as Arsenal and Crystal Palace go head-to-head. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.
The Gunners head into this game unbeaten in four matches against the Eagles. Although it hasn't been a thoroughly dominant display during this span with Arsenal winning just one of those four games. Would we see a reply from Crystal Palace ?
Arsenal eyeing the top half
The Gunners head into this derby with some wind in their sails taking into account their recent results. Following a disastrous start, they're now four games unbeaten in the Premier League managing 10 points from a possible 12. Although they did get off the mark with 1-0 wins against Norwich and Burnley, their best performance so far was the 3-1 win against Spurs at the Emirates Stadium at the end of last month. They couldn't make it four straight league wins, however, as they managed to hold on for a point at the AMEX Stadium. This puts them in 11th position on the league table and as such, they would certainly be keen on breaking into the top half for the first time this season with a win .
Just like their opponents, the Eagles also got the better of their London counterparts in the league. Unlike them, however, that has been their only win so far in seven league matches. The Eagles sit in the bottom half and with just two losses in the seven games played, it is quite clear to see that there's loads of potential in this Crystal Palace outfit. This was quite evident in their last game before the international break as they fought from two goals down to earn a point against Leicester City. Now they make the short journey to the Emirates Stadium with ex-Gunner turned Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira keen on securing his sides' second victory of the season.
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace Team News
Arsenal possible starting XI:
Ramsdale; Tierney, Gabriel, White, Tomiyasu; Partey, Lokonga; Smith-Rowe, Odegaard, Saka; Aubameyang
Crystal Palace possible starting XI:
Guaita; Ward, Andersen, Guehi, Mitchell; Gallagher, Milivojevic, McArthur; Zaha, Ayew, Edouard
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace Prediction: 2-1
The Eagles still haven't won away from home this season with two losses in three games, shipping eight goals. Arsenal, on the other hand, were majestic in their last home game and we expect to see a similar Arsenal side on Monday which should be too much for Palace to deal with.
