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
The result moved Mikel Arteta's side to 82 points from 37 matches, with Crystal Palace finishing on 45 points from the same number of games. For Finland, where Sunday 24 May, 18:00 EEST made this a prime evening watch, the match offered a clear picture of a team protecting first place and another trying to finish a long campaign with authority. Arsenal's away win also underlined the distance between the division's top side and a Palace team stuck in 15th.
That detail mattered because Palace had lined up in a 3-4-2-1 under Oliver Glasner, while Arsenal used a 4-2-3-1 under Mikel Arteta, and the visitors' structure gave them the edge at the key moment. Arsenal's numbers at the top of the table explain why they handled that phase with control: 25 wins, 7 draws and only 5 losses, plus a goal difference of 43 from 69 goals scored and 26 conceded. Palace, by contrast, reached the end of Round 38 with 11 wins, 12 draws and 14 losses, and a goal difference of -9 from 40 scored and 49 conceded.
The home side pulled one back at 89 minutes to make it 2-1, turning the final minutes into a tense finish, but the equaliser never came. A disallowed home goal at 90 minutes summed up Palace's frustration at the end of the contest, while the only card listed in the match went to the away side at 74 minutes. On the evidence of the score flow, Arsenal did what leaders are expected to do: score first, extend the margin, then survive the closing pressure.
The wider league picture gave the result extra weight. Arsenal stayed first on 82 points, and the second-place gap to Manchester City remained 4 points, with City on 78. That is the sort of margin that keeps every late-season match relevant, especially when the leader is playing away from home at Selhurst Park. Palace's position in 15th and their 45 points framed the game from the other side: a mid-table finish built on 37 matches, 40 goals for and 49 against, but not enough consistency to trouble the top of the league. Finland fans following the match through the local evening slot saw a classic end-of-season contrast between title pressure and consolidation.
Arsenal's 82 points and 43 goal difference told the story of a side that kept its standards high away from home, while Palace's 45 points and -9 goal difference reflected a season that settled into the middle of the table. The 2-1 finish also left the title picture intact, with Manchester City still 4 points behind the leaders. At Selhurst Park, Oliver Glasner's team came close enough to make the closing moments uncomfortable, but Mikel Arteta's side had already done enough in the first hour. For Finland readers, it was a late-season Premier League result with direct bearing on the top of the table, and Arsenal now move on with first place still theirs to defend.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
This will be a pressure test with momentum at stake, and both sides will feel the consequence language of a late-season Premier League fixture at Selhurst Park. Crystal Palace and Arsenal will not only be playing for points; they will be playing for control, rhythm, and the character needed to handle a decisive afternoon in front of a demanding crowd.
For Crystal Palace, the 3-4-2-1 will likely be judged on how well it can press without becoming stretched. Oliver Glasner will need his side to choose the right moments: step out aggressively, but recover quickly enough to protect the space behind the first wave. In a match shaped by transitions rather than long spells of dominance, the quality of the rest-defense will matter as much as the energy of the press.
Arsenal’s 4-2-3-1 should aim to impose possession, slow Palace’s transition threat, and build attacks with patience. Mikel Arteta will probably ask for clean circulation through midfield, but the real test will be whether his team can turn possession into chances created once Palace compress the central lanes. If the match remains level after the first hour, bench timing could become a decisive tactical lever, especially if Arsenal can change the pace without losing control.
Without advanced metrics, the game will be read through momentum swings, shot quality, and how often each side can hold the ball in the final third. Palace will want direct entries and well-timed support runs around the box, while Arsenal will be searching for better occupation between the lines and sharper set-piece delivery. At this level, one loose pass, one poor recovery run, or one blocked lane in transition could shift the balance quickly.
For Finnish viewers following the Premier League, this will fit the familiar pattern of a high-tempo English fixture where structure and nerve can matter as much as flair. Selhurst Park will add noise, urgency, and a clear sense that every duel could influence the outcome.
The match could be decided by which side manages pressure best without losing its shape.
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 Finland have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Finland broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Kickoff in Finland is at 18:00 EEST on Sunday 24 May 2026.
Local broadcast partners for Finland have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Finland 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, 1 draw, and Arsenal have 7 wins.
This is a Premier League Round 38 match at Selhurst Park in England.
Status
Finished
Minute
90+8'
Winner
Arsenal
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