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Crystal Palace vs. Arsenal FC
After weeks of waiting, it’s finally that time again. The new season in the English Premier League is in the starting blocks and no other league in the world has so far invested so much money in new acquisitions as the best league on the island. In the coming season, we are again hoping for a thrilling title fight and, of course, an exciting relegation battle. To kick off the new season, we can look forward to the match between Crystal Palace and FC Arsenal on Friday evening. Whether the Gunners can take their strong form into the new season, you can find out in our Crystal Palace – Arsenal tip.
If we take a closer look at the two teams, then we have two completely different teams in front of us. For Palace, as in every year, it will be a matter of securing their place in the league as quickly as possible. Arsenal, on the other hand, want to return to the top flight. The Gunners have strengthened very well in the current transfer summer and we expect a lot from the North Londoners.
Crystal Palace – Arsenal Info
– Date & Time: 05/08/2022, 21:00.
– Venue: London, Selhurst Park
– Competition: Premier League, Matchday 1
– TV broadcast: Sky
Crystal Palace Form & Balance Check
Coach Patrick Vieira’s men are looking to return to England’s top flight next season. Accordingly, the season’s goal should already be clear and obvious. First and foremost, the Eagles of Crystal Palace want to stay in the league. Anything that might come after that is certainly something the Londoners are happy to take with them. Coach Vieira has strengthened his team very well in the current transfer summer and in our opinion Palace are not expected to play for relegation.
The midfield should do the trick
Crystal Palace have been noticeably restrained in the transfer market compared to the other teams. The Londoners have put just 31 million on the table so far. For example, Cheik Doucoure was brought in from Lens for 22.6 million. Sam Johnstone, a strong keeper, came from the second English league. The Eagles have also poached in the Bundesliga. Chris Richards came from the record champions in Munich for 12 million euros.
Crystal Palace facts & analysis
– Keeping in the league is the goal of the season.
– Lost only 2 games in the preparation (United and Liverpool)
– Strengths lie in midfield
Arsenal form & balance check
Arsenal FC are among the secret favourites for the championship for many experts. Even though the Gunners primarily want to get back into the Champions League, coach Mikel Arteta’s team has been far too convincing in preparation not to be named as secret favourites for the title. Among others, there were clear victories against Sevilla FC (6:0) and also against the Blues from London (4:0). The bottom line is that the Gunners have won all their matches in preparation and we think Arsenal FC are well prepared for this.
Strong summer transfers
The Gunners from London have strengthened themselves very well in the current transfer summer and especially compensated well for the departures of Aubameyang last winter and Lacazette in the summer. The services of Gabriel Jesus cost 52 million, Fabio Viera also cost 35 million, as did Oleksandr Zinchenko. Compared to the competition, the squad looks quite harmonious and Arsenal, as always, have many young players in their own ranks. Arteta appointed none other than the 23-year-old Ödegaard as the new captain.
Arsenal facts & analysis
– Aim for the top-4
– Last win 6:0 against Sevilla
– Won all matches in preparation
Predicted line-up – last update on 3 August 2022
Coach Patrick Vieria’s men will be sent out on the pitch in a 4-2-3-1. Chris Richards will make his Premier League debut alongside Guehi. In attack, the Eagles have three very tricky players in their ranks in Zaha, Olise and Eze. Up front, Edouard will provide the goals. The upcoming opponents Arsenal will play in a 3-4-1-2. Coach Arteta will send out the team that defeated Sevilla 6-0
Crystal Palace – Arsenal direct comparison & Statistics
Both teams have faced each other 51 times so far and the Gunners have recorded 29 wins to date. Palace have six victories and 16 draws to their name.
– Crystal Palace average 1.72 goals in home games and Arsenal FC average 1.6 goals in away games.
– Arsenal FC’s performance over the last 5 matches is better than Crystal Palace’s performance
– The winner of the last encounter was Crystal Palace
– Crystal Palace have not lost any of their last 9 home matches
