After a 3-0 thumping victory over Monaco, Arsenal had to settle for a goalless draw against Everton in the Premier League. However, they are still third on the points table with 30 points after 16 rounds of play. Their next battle lies against Crystal Palace in the EFL Cup.
The Gunners will host Crystal Palace at home on Wednesday night in the quarter-final round. Hence, Mikel Arteta’s men will be motivated to register a comprehensive victory and advance forward in the concerned tournament.
4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Crystal Palace
Defence
David Raya didn’t have much to do against Everton and he will be ready to take on the opponents once again this week. Right-back Jurrien Timber showed another solid display from the position he has owned completely.
While William Saliba continues to form the heart of the defence, Gabriel Magalhaes is likely to make way for Jakub Kiwior. Youngster Myles Lewis-Skelly has been impressive so far but might not earn his third consecutive start in the lineup. Hence, the left-back role could be up for grabs for Kieran Tierney.
Midfield
Mikel Arteta would like to rotate his midfielder in this fixture. Therefore, Martin Odegaard and Mikel Merino were replaced by Ethan Nwaneri and Jorginho.
As Declan Rice is doubtful following a knock he received, Thomas Partey could be starting this game filling the former’s duties.
Attack
Bukayo Saka gets the much-needed rest as Raheem Sterling operates on the right wing. Gabriel Jesus should walk into the XI at the cost of Kai Havertz while Leandro Trossard gets the nod ahead of Gabriel Martinelli for the remaining spot.
Ben White, Riccardo Calafiori, Oleksandr Zinchenko, and Takehiro Tomiyasu are all sidelined for the Gunners in this game.
