Crystal Palace Share Spoils With Arsenal In London Derby At Emirates Stadium

 

Bukayo Saka contesting for the ball with Tyrick Mitchell as Arsenal and Crystal Palace drew in London derby at Emirates Stadium 

Crystal Palace claimed a point off Arsenal in a London derby at Emirates Stadium, which set back the hosts' pursuit of their first Premier League title since 2003/04.

The Gunners have likely given up on chasing the Premier League title. With 12 points behind Liverpool after the mid-week game with Crystal Palace ended 2-2, the title pursuit is now almost out of reach. 

Martin Odegaard's free-kick was met by the unmarked Jakub Kiwior, who powered a magnificent header over Palace's goalkeeper Henderson. Crystal Palace fought back, and their efforts paid off in the 27th minute. Ebere Eze scored a breathtaking volley, restoring Palace to level terms with their hosts. 

Just before halftime, Leandro Trossard restored Arsenal's lead with a smart finish. Timber played him in, and he beat two Palace defenders before guiding a shot into the net. 

Palace's persistence paid off in the 83rd minute when Jean-Philippe Mateta scored a magnificent equalizer, leveling the scores for the side. He stole the ball off William Saliba and lobbed a 20-yard shot into the empty net. 

Overview 

Arsenal have likely given up on the pursuit of the Premier League title. With 12 points behind Liverpool after the mid-week game with Crystal Palace ended 2-2, the title pursuit is now almost out of reach. Oliver Glasner's men, however, successfully shared the spoils with fellow capital opposition. Palace have not been able to win away from London Premier League derbies.

The Gunners played confidently until after halftime. Palace became resurgent, and bringing on Mateta paid off. The forward rightly read the situation as William Saliba fumbled on the ball and wasted no time, capitalizing on the chance to score. 

Bukayo Saka would have set the Gunners ahead with the third upon his substitution but forced Henderson's save instead. The winger afforded himself space for a header instead of crowding up the box. Though he did not get a goal, his brilliance upon substitution was spectacular.