Arsenal will take on Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, 23 December, with both sides looking to book their place in the semi-finals of the competition.
Whichever side triumphs on Tuesday night will face two legs against Chelsea in the new year, but first things first, they need to take care of business here.
As part of this week's round of EFL Cup betting tips, check out our Arsenal vs Crystal Palace prediction below.
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Arsenal vs Crystal Palace prediction: The hosts to progress
Key Stats
- Arsenal have lost just one of their last 21 matches in all competitions.
- Crystal Palace have failed to win any of their last three matches in all competitions.
- More than three goals have been scored in three of Arsenal's last four home matches.
Correct score prediction: Arsenal 3-0 Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace have proved on several occasions this season that they struggle playing twice in a week, so playing a third match in just seven days doesn't bode well for the Eagles.
Pre-game odds and win probability: A close match to call
- HOME: 11/20 (1.55) – 64.5%
- DRAW: 3/1 (4.00) 25%
- AWAY: 19/4 (5.75) – 17.4%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Arsenal vs Crystal Palace odds suggest that Arsenal should breeze through to the semi-finals, something we agree with. Ladbrokes have given Arsenal a 64.5% chance of winning the match, while Crystal Palace have been given a 17.4% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Arsenal
Arsenal have a dominant recent record against Crystal Palace, winning seven of their last eight matches against the Eagles. Crystal Palace haven't won a match at the Emirates Stadium since April 2019.
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Arsenal preview: Jesus to start?
Mikel Arteta has an uncomfortable situation on his hands in that the Gunners have looked better whenever Gabriel Jesus has been on the pitch since the Brazilian returned from injury. Jesus should start here, while on the injury front, Arteta is missing Gabriel, Kai Havertz, Ben white, Max Dowman and Cristhian Mosquera.
Predicted lineup: Kepa (GK), Nichols, Saliba, Calafiori, Lewis-Skelly, Merino, Eze, Norgaard, Madueke, Jesus, Martinelli
Last five results
- Everton 0-1 Arsenal
- Arsenal 2-1 Wolves
- Club Brugge 0-3 Arsenal
- Aston Villa 2-1 Arsenal
- Arsenal 2-0 Brentford
Crystal Palace preview: Tired legs are causing issues
Oliver Glasner has made it publicly aware that he is frustrated with how the club behaved during the summer market and that they are now paying for their lack of business. Ismaila Sarr is at AFCON, while Daniel Munoz, Daichi Kamada, Caleb Kporha, Chadi Riad, Rio Cardines and Cheick Doucoure are all injured.
Predicted lineup: Benitez (GK), Richards, Guehi, Canvot; Clyne, Lerma, Wharton, Sosa, Pino, Devenny, Uche
Last five results
- Leeds 4-1 Crystal Palace
- Crystal Palace 2-2 KuPS
- Crystal Palace 0-3 Man City
- Shelbourne 0-3 Crystal Palace
- Fulham 1-2 Crystal Palace
Player to watch: Gabriel Jesus
Gabriel Jesus has looked good for Arsenal since returning from a long-term ACL injury, and if he can put in another strong performance here, then he will certainly give Arteta something to think about for the Gunners' upcoming Premier League and Champions League fixtures.