Newly-crowned Premier League champions Arsenal conclude their domestic campaign with a London derby against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Sunday afternoon.
Mikel Arteta’s side officially secured the title in midweek after Manchester City were held to a draw by Bournemouth, ending Arsenal’s long wait to reclaim the Premier League crown.
While the Gunners prepare for a Champions League final later this month, Palace are also balancing attention between league duties and an upcoming European final of their own.
Oliver Glasner’s side have already secured safety and cannot qualify for Europe through the league, with focus now shifting towards their upcoming Conference League final in Leipzig.
The Eagles are without a win in their last six Premier League matches and have conceded at least twice in each of their previous five outings.
A 2-2 draw with Brentford last time out extended that difficult run, although Palace have traditionally been strong at Selhurst Park on the final day of Premier League seasons.
They have never lost a top-flight season finale at home, winning eight of their 12 such matches.
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Team news for Crystal Palace vs Arsenal
Crystal Palace are dealing with several defensive concerns after injuries picked up against Brentford.
Chris Richards is definitely ruled out with ankle ligament damage, while Maxence Lacroix and Chadi Riad both remain doubts.
Cheick Doucoure and former Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah are also unavailable.
Borna Sosa has returned to training and could feature as Glasner looks to manage minutes before the Conference League final.
Arsenal could rotate heavily with the Champions League final on the horizon.
Mikel Merino has returned to training and may be involved, while Bukayo Saka, David Raya and William Saliba are all expected to be available despite being managed carefully during the week.
Jurrien Timber remains a major doubt, and Arteta may hand opportunities to players such as Christian Norgaard, Noni Madueke and Gabriel Jesus.
Expected line-ups for Crystal Palace vs Arsenal
Crystal Palace: Benitez; Canvot, Riad, Lacroix; Munoz, Lerma, Hughes, Sosa; Sarr, Johnson; Strand Larsen
Arsenal: Kepa; Mosquera, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Lewis-Skelly; Madueke, Jesus, Martinelli
Where to watch Crystal Palace vs Arsenal: TV channel, live stream
The match will be available to watch live in the UK on Sky Sports and via NOW TV.
Kick-off is scheduled for 4:00pm BST on Sunday.
The stats for Crystal Palace vs Arsenal
- Arsenal have won their last 14 Premier League matches played on the final day of the season
- Crystal Palace are unbeaten in 12 Premier League final-day home matches
- Arsenal have won eight of their last nine meetings with Palace
- Palace are without a win in their last six league matches
- Arsenal have won their last four Premier League games
Prediction for Crystal Palace vs Arsenal
With both sides prioritising upcoming European finals, there could be heavy rotation and a slightly cautious approach at Selhurst Park. Arsenal’s recent form should still make them favourites, but Palace are capable of making things difficult on home soil.
Prediction: Crystal Palace 1-1 Arsenal
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