Arsenal is scheduled to meet Crystal Palace in an English Premier League clash this Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Arsenal, currently positioned comfortably in second place in the EPL table, is enjoying a strong run of form, being unbeaten in their last seven league matches. Their previous encounter with Crystal Palace in December saw Arsenal secure a decisive 5-1 victory.
Crystal Palace sits lower down the table in 12th place. Their recent performance has been mixed, with one win and two draws recorded over their last five league fixtures.
The match is set to kick off at 3 p.m. ET at Arsenal`s Emirates Stadium in London. The current odds list Arsenal as the strong favorite at -235, while Crystal Palace is the underdog at +675. A draw is available at +360. The total goals over/under for the match is set at 2.5.
Renowned sports expert Jon `Buckets` Eimer, who has a proven record of success in soccer predictions, has offered his insights and picks for this upcoming game.
Expert Predictions:
- Under 2.5 Total Goals (-110): Eimer anticipates a game with limited scoring opportunities. He suggests that neither team faces significant pressure based on their current league standings. Arsenal, secure in second place, may look ahead to their crucial Champions League fixture against Paris Saint-Germain, potentially leading to manager Mikel Arteta rotating his squad. This could reduce the attacking intensity and overall goal count.
- 1st Half Double Chance: Draw or Crystal Palace (-120): With Crystal Palace positioned in 12th place, they are safely clear of the relegation zone but too far off to challenge for European spots. Eimer believes this lack of high stakes allows the Eagles to play with greater freedom and less pressure. He suggests this relaxed approach could enable Crystal Palace to perform well in the first half, potentially securing a draw or even a surprise lead before halftime against the favored home side.
Adrian Whitmore