Round 38 ·
Updated:
Half Time
0–1
90 Min
1–2
Goal Scorers
Assists
Ball Possession
Corners
Counter Attacks
Fouls
Free Kicks
Goal Attempts
Goal Kicks
Goals
Offsides
Red Cards
Saves
Shots Off Target
Shots On Target
Substitutions
Throws In
Treatments
Yellow Cards
Attacks
Dangerous Attacks
Total Passes
Crystal Palace
3-4-2-1 · Oliver Glasner
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Arsenal
4-2-3-1 · Mikel Arteta
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
In Round 38 of the Premier League, Mikel Arteta's side protected first place and reached 82 points from 37 matches, while Crystal Palace stayed on 45 points in 15th. For readers in Andorra following through Movistar+ and the Sunday 24 May, 17:00 CEST slot, it was a finale shaped by control, pressure and a late Palace response that came too late to change the outcome.
The decisive spell arrived after the interval. A 90th-minute disallowed goal kept the gap at one, and that detail mattered because Crystal Palace had spent much of the match trying to drag the game back within reach. Oliver Glasner's side finished with 40 goals scored and 49 conceded across 37 played, a -9 goal difference that tells the story of a season that often left them needing more in both boxes.
Arsenal's numbers remained those of a side that has controlled the top of the table for long stretches. They stood 1st with 82 points, 25 wins, 7 draws and only 5 losses from 37 played, along with 69 goals for and 26 against for a +43 goal difference. That profile matched the result at Selhurst Park, where a 1-0 half-time lead gave them the platform to manage the game. Crystal Palace, by contrast, entered the day 15th with 45 points, 11 wins, 12 draws and 14 losses, which made the margin for error slim even before the first goal arrived. For supporters in Andorra, the match underlined why Premier League title races are decided on consistency as much as flashes of quality.
The venue gave the contest a clear edge-of-season feel, with Selhurst Park in London hosting a fixture that still carried table significance for both clubs. Arsenal's 4-2-3-1 and Crystal Palace's 3-4-2-1 showed the familiar contrast between a team built to control central spaces and one looking to spring forward from wider areas. That tactical picture fit the scoreline: Arsenal's early cushion let them set the terms, while Palace were forced into a more urgent chase once the second goal went in. The yellow card shown to an Arsenal player in the 74th minute added one more small note to a match that had already settled into the away side's rhythm.
For Andorra-based fans watching through Movistar+, this was the kind of Premier League evening that rewards staying with the table as well as the scoreboard. Arsenal finished with the champion's profile in the numbers at 82 points and +43 goal difference, while Crystal Palace's 45 points and -9 goal difference reflected a steadier but less decisive campaign. In the end, the result fitted the standings and the timing of the goals, and Arsenal left London with their 1st-place status intact as Round 38 drew to a close.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
This will be a pressure test with momentum at stake, and both sides would carry consequences into the final stretch of the season. Crystal Palace versus Arsenal at Selhurst Park will ask a simple but demanding question: which team will show the greater character and tactical discipline when the game tightens?
For Crystal Palace, the focus will fall on Oliver Glasner’s ability to balance pressing intensity with rest-defense organisation. In a 3-4-2-1, the timing of the first press will matter: if Palace jump too early and lose shape, Arsenal’s possession game could open gaps between the lines. If they stay compact and choose their moments well, they could force the match into longer transitions and more direct duels.
Arsenal, shaped in a 4-2-3-1 under Mikel Arteta, will likely aim to control the central corridors, move Palace side to side, and create cleaner chances through patient possession. Without advanced metrics, the story will be read through momentum, chance quality, and which side will manage the control phases better. For viewers in Andorra following the Premier League closely, this is exactly the kind of fixture where structure and composure usually outweigh noise.
If the score stays level beyond the first hour, Arteta’s bench timing could become decisive. Fresh legs in the attacking band may help Arsenal raise tempo, while Palace will need to protect energy for the final transitions and set pieces. The home side’s best route will likely depend on turning defensive moments into quick forward breaks, while Arsenal may look to sustain pressure and limit counters.
This will be a test of character and tactical discipline, with Selhurst Park setting the tone for a compact, high-pressure contest. The margin could come down to whichever side manages the better control phases after the break.
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 39%, Arsenal: 61%.
Oooh... that was a sitter! Eberechi Eze should have scored from that position
Good effort by Eberechi Eze as he directs a shot on target, but Dean Henderson saves it
The cross by Viktor Gyoekeres from Arsenal successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Crystal Palace
Oooh... that was a sitter! Viktor Gyoekeres should have scored from that position
Viktor Gyoekeres from Arsenal sends an effort wide of target
Viktor Gyoekeres goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Viktor Gyoekeres but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Viktor Gyoekeres finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Kai Havertz creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Chadi Riad sends a header towards goal, but Kepa Arrizabalaga is there to comfortably save it
The cross by Rio Cardines from Crystal Palace successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Gabriel from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Crystal Palace takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Martin Zubimendi from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Kai Havertz from Arsenal trips Yeremy Pino
Goal kick for Crystal Palace
Gabriel Martinelli swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Jefferson Lerma from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Evann Guessand from Crystal Palace is ruled offside
NO GOAL! - After reviewing the situation, the referee announces that the goal for Crystal Palace is revoked due to offside.
VAR - GOAL! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential goal for Crystal Palace.
G O O O O A A A L! Crystal Palace score! Yeremy Pino is on the scoresheet.
A shot by Yeremy Pino is blocked
Cristhian Mosquera successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Yeremy Pino is blocked
The fourth official shows there are 7 minute(s) of time to be added
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 40%, Arsenal: 60%.
GOAL STANDS! - After reviewing the situation, the referee decides that the goal for Crystal Palace stands.
VAR - GOAL! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential goal for Crystal Palace.
Tyrick Mitchell made the key pass for the goal!
Yeremy Pino provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Jean-Philippe Mateta Crystal Palace scores with a header.
The cross by Yeremy Pino from Crystal Palace successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Goal kick for Crystal Palace
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Crystal Palace take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Jefferson Lerma from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Dean Henderson from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 39%, Arsenal: 61%.
Goal kick for Crystal Palace
Gabriel from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Crystal Palace takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Noni Madueke is coming out with a knock and is replaced by Viktor Gyoekeres.
Noni Madueke is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Crystal Palace take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Crystal Palace take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 39%, Arsenal: 61%.
The referee signals a free kick as Jean-Philippe Mateta from Crystal Palace trips Gabriel Martinelli
Goal kick for Crystal Palace
Mikel Merino from Arsenal sends an effort wide of target
Mikel Merino goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Mikel Merino but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Mikel Merino finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
A shot by Kai Havertz is blocked
Chadi Riad from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Kepa Arrizabalaga from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Will Hughes swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Joergen Strand Larsen is leaving the field to be replaced by Jean-Philippe Mateta in a tactical substitution.
Gabriel relieves the pressure with a clearance
Gabriel Jesus is leaving the field to be replaced by Eberechi Eze in a tactical substitution.
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 37%, Arsenal: 63%.
Yellow card for Gabriel Jesus
Gabriel Jesus is shown a yellow card by the referee
Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Yeremy Pino
Jefferson Lerma successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Kai Havertz is blocked
The cross by Gabriel Martinelli from Arsenal successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Cristhian Mosquera from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Crystal Palace takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Gabriel from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Will Hughes swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Kai Havertz from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Mikel Merino from Arsenal trips Will Hughes
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 36%, Arsenal: 64%.
Water break. It's hot out there today and the game is paused so the players can take some liquids on-board.
Gabriel is penalised for pushing Justin Devenny
Justin Devenny from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Noni Madueke swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
The referee signals a free kick as Joergen Strand Larsen from Crystal Palace trips Myles Lewis-Skelly
Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Tyrick Mitchell
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 37%, Arsenal: 63%.
Goal kick for Arsenal
Rio Cardines from Crystal Palace sends an effort wide of target
Rio Cardines goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Rio Cardines but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Rio Cardines finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Cristhian Mosquera wins an air challenge against Joergen Strand Larsen
Dangerous challenge by Joergen Strand Larsen from Crystal Palace. Martin Zubimendi on the receiving end of that.
Good effort by Piero Hincapie as he directs a shot on target, but Dean Henderson saves it
Nathaniel Clyne successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Kai Havertz is blocked
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Adam Wharton is leaving the field to be replaced by Evann Guessand in a tactical substitution.
Max Dowman is leaving the field to be replaced by Mikel Merino in a tactical substitution.
Crystal Palace take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 38%, Arsenal: 62%.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Chadi Riad from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Noni Madueke swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Tyrick Mitchell from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 38%, Arsenal: 62%.
Adam Wharton is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Myles Lewis-Skelly makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The referee signals a free kick as Joergen Strand Larsen from Crystal Palace trips Myles Lewis-Skelly
Justin Devenny wins an air challenge against Piero Hincapie
Gabriel Jesus is penalised for pushing Jefferson Lerma
Goal kick for Arsenal
Joergen Strand Larsen from Crystal Palace sends an effort wide of target
Joergen Strand Larsen goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Joergen Strand Larsen but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Joergen Strand Larsen finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Tyrick Mitchell makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 38%, Arsenal: 62%.
Goal kick for Arsenal
A chance presents itself to Yeremy Pino from Crystal Palace but his header goes wide
The cross by Jefferson Lerma from Crystal Palace successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Jefferson Lerma wins an air challenge against Kai Havertz
A player from Crystal Palace takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Gabriel Martinelli made the key pass for the goal!
Kai Havertz provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Noni Madueke volleys the ball into the back of the net with the left. A great finish!
Gabriel Martinelli from Arsenal swings in the corner from the left.
Justin Devenny is penalised for pushing Gabriel
Daniel Munoz is leaving the field to be replaced by Tyrick Mitchell in a tactical substitution.
Ismaila Sarr is leaving the field to be replaced by Yeremy Pino in a tactical substitution.
Daichi Kamada is leaving the field to be replaced by Adam Wharton in a tactical substitution.
Christian Noergaard is leaving the field to be replaced by Kai Havertz in a tactical substitution.
Riccardo Calafiori is leaving the field to be replaced by Gabriel in a tactical substitution.
The second half is underway
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 37%, Arsenal: 63%.
Goal kick for Arsenal
Christian Noergaard from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Myles Lewis-Skelly from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Cristhian Mosquera from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Crystal Palace takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Christian Noergaard from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The fourth official shows there are 3 minute(s) of time to be added
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 35%, Arsenal: 65%.
The referee signals a free kick as Martin Zubimendi from Arsenal trips Rio Cardines
Daniel Munoz makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Max Dowman made the key pass for the goal!
Gabriel Martinelli provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Gabriel Jesus scores with the right foot!
Gabriel Martinelli creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Will Hughes successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Noni Madueke is blocked
Christian Noergaard makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The cross by Gabriel Martinelli from Arsenal successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 38%, Arsenal: 62%.
Kepa Arrizabalaga from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Cristhian Mosquera is penalised for pushing Joergen Strand Larsen
Cristhian Mosquera wins an air challenge against Joergen Strand Larsen
Chadi Riad successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Noni Madueke is blocked
The referee signals a free kick as Max Dowman from Arsenal trips Daichi Kamada
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 34%, Arsenal: 66%.
Crystal Palace are in control of the ball.
Crystal Palace take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Rio Cardines makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 33%, Arsenal: 67%.
Daniel Munoz from Crystal Palace commits a foul by elbowing Riccardo Calafiori
Nathaniel Clyne makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Piero Hincapie wins an air challenge against Joergen Strand Larsen
Dean Henderson from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Christian Noergaard makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The game is restarted
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 31%, Arsenal: 69%.
Water break. It's hot out there today and the game is paused so the players can take some liquids on-board.
The referee signals a free kick as Will Hughes from Crystal Palace trips Myles Lewis-Skelly
Crystal Palace take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Crystal Palace
A chance presents itself to Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal but his header goes wide
The cross by Noni Madueke from Arsenal successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Rio Cardines from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Chadi Riad from Crystal Palace goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Max Dowman
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 33%, Arsenal: 67%.
Christian Noergaard makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Jefferson Lerma from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Arsenal takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Joergen Strand Larsen is penalised for pushing Myles Lewis-Skelly
Daichi Kamada swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Kepa Arrizabalaga makes a crucial save!
Daniel Munoz sends a header towards goal, but Kepa Arrizabalaga is there to comfortably save it
The cross by Rio Cardines from Crystal Palace successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 34%, Arsenal: 66%.
Good effort by Gabriel Martinelli as he directs a shot on target, but Dean Henderson saves it
Max Dowman creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Arsenal start a counter attack
Piero Hincapie from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Crystal Palace takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Piero Hincapie from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Piero Hincapie from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Christian Noergaard from Arsenal trips Ismaila Sarr
Oooh... that was a sitter! Gabriel Jesus should have scored from that position
Good effort by Gabriel Jesus as he directs a shot on target, but Dean Henderson saves it
Max Dowman creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Cristhian Mosquera wins an air challenge against Joergen Strand Larsen
Goal kick for Crystal Palace
Christian Noergaard fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 23%, Arsenal: 77%.
Will Hughes from Crystal Palace intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Crystal Palace are in control of the ball.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Daichi Kamada makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Cristhian Mosquera wins an air challenge against Joergen Strand Larsen
The referee signals a free kick as Christian Noergaard from Arsenal trips Will Hughes
Riccardo Calafiori wins an air challenge against Chadi Riad
The cross by Martin Zubimendi from Arsenal successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Crystal Palace: 21%, Arsenal: 79%.
Good effort by Noni Madueke as he directs a shot on target, but Dean Henderson saves it
Oooh... that was a sitter! Gabriel Jesus should have scored from that position
POST! So nearly a goal by Gabriel Jesus but his finish hits the post!
Jefferson Lerma could cost his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Arsenal kick-off, and the game is underway.
The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.
A perfect day for football with glorious sunshine.
Crystal Palace kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to Selhurst Park, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to Selhurst Park where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to Selhurst Park where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to Selhurst Park, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to Selhurst Park, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from Selhurst Park. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
Local broadcast partners for Andorra have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Andorra broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Kickoff is on Sunday 24 May 2026 at 17:00 CEST in Andorra.
Local broadcast partners for Andorra have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Andorra broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Team news has not been confirmed yet.
Across the last 8 meetings, Crystal Palace have 0 wins, there has been 1 draw, and Arsenal have 7 wins.
This is Premier League Round 38 at Selhurst Park in London, England.
Status
Finished
Minute
90+8'
Winner
Arsenal
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