April 24, (THEWILL) – Arsenal were held to a 2-2 draw by Crystal Palace in English Premier League action at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night. The result significantly damages the Gunners’ title aspirations, with Liverpool now requiring just one point from their weekend fixture against Tottenham Hotspur to clinch the championship.
The home side made a promising start when Jakub Kiwior headed them into an early lead, suggesting Arsenal might control proceedings. However, Crystal Palace responded with determination and created several opportunities before Eberechi Eze found the equaliser during the first half with a well-taken finish.
Leandro Trossard put Arsenal back in front shortly before half-time, restoring hope for the North London outfit. The Gunners appeared set to claim all three points until substitute Jean-Philippe Mateta produced a spectacular late strike that ensured the points would be shared in this London derby.
The draw leaves Liverpool with the opportunity to mathematically confirm their status as EPL champions when they face Tottenham at Anfield on Saturday, needing only to avoid defeat to lift the trophy.
Palace manager Oliver Glasner will be pleased with his team’s resilient performance away from home against one of the league’s strongest sides. For Arsenal and Mikel Arteta, attention must now turn to their European ambitions ambitions after pushing Liverpool throughout the campaign in domestic football.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
