Arsenal vs Crystal Palace Prediction - English League Cup Round

Match context

Arsenal will host Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium at 3:00 AM on December 24, 2025, in the English League Cup (EFL Cup). This is a noteworthy clash as both London teams have had an impressive start to the season with a perfect winning record.

Impressive form from both teams

Both Arsenal and Crystal Palace entered this match with high confidence after winning their first two games of the season.

Arsenal: A solid defense

The team at the Emirates Stadium has displayed a solid and effective style of play. After two matches, the "Gunners" have scored four goals and, remarkably, have not conceded a single goal. Their home form is also very convincing with a resounding victory.

Crystal Palace: The power of their attack

On the visitors' side, Crystal Palace also showed they are not an easy opponent to beat. "The Eagles" have won two matches, including one away win. Their attack has been slightly more effective than Arsenal's with 5 goals, however their defense has conceded 1 goal.

The head-to-head history favors Arsenal.

Despite having similar form, the head-to-head history reveals a significant disparity between the two teams. In their last five encounters, Arsenal have been completely dominant, remaining unbeaten with four wins and only one draw. Notably, these matches often ended with large margins in favor of Arsenal, such as victories of 5-0 or 5-1. This factor will be a considerable psychological advantage for the home team.

Force information

According to available information, neither Arsenal nor Crystal Palace have any injury or suspension concerns. This promises that both managers will have their strongest squads available for the upcoming match.

Predict the result

With home advantage, a dominant head-to-head record, and an impenetrable defense, Arsenal are considered the favorites in this match. Statistics show a 45% chance of the home team winning. However, the likelihood of a draw is also estimated at a similar level (45%), while Crystal Palace's chances of winning are only 10%. Therefore, a favorable outcome for Arsenal, whether a narrow victory or a draw, is the most likely scenario.

Team lineup updated at 02:23 on December 24, 2025

Official lineup

Arsenal

Diagram: 4-3-3

CoachMikel Arteta

Starting lineup:

• 13. Kepa Arrizabalaga (G)
• 12. Jurriën Timber (D)
• 2. William Saliba (D)
• 33. Riccardo Calafiori (D)
• 49. Myles Lewis-Skelly (D)
• 10. Eberechi Eze (M)
• 16. Christian Nørgaard (M)
• 23. Mikel Merino (M)
• 20. Noni Madueke (F)
• 9. Gabriel Jesus (F)
• 11. Gabriel Martinelli (F)

Substitutes:

• 1. David Raya
• 89. Marli Salmon
• 36. Martín Zubimendi
• 41. Declan Rice
• 8. Martin Ødegaard
• 22. Ethan Nwaneri
• 14. Viktor Gyökeres
• 19. Leandro Trossard
• 7. Bukayo Saka

Crystal Palace

Diagram: 3-4-2-1

CoachOliver Glasner

Starting lineup:

• 44. Walter Benítez (G)
• 26. Chris Richards (D)
• 5. Maxence Lacroix (D)
• 6. Marc Guéhi (D)
• 23. Jaydee Canvot (M)
• 8. Jefferson Lerma (M)
• 20. Adam Wharton (M)
• 3. Tyrick Mitchell (M)
• 9. Edward Nketiah (F)
• 10. Yéremy Pino (F)
• 14. Jean-Philippe Mateta (F)

Substitutes:

• 1. Dean Henderson
• 17. Nathaniel Clyne
• 24. Borna Sosa
• 21. Romain Esse
• 55. Justin Davenny
• 86. Joel Drakes-Thomas
• 42. Kaden Rodney
• 19. Will Hughes
• 12. Christantus Uche