Preview: Festive atmosphere expected as Palace host newly-crowned champions Arsenal

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ShareArsenal’s 22-year wait for a Premier League title ended on Tuesday night with Manchester City’s draw against Bournemouth, so they will be free to fully enjoy the last day of the league season.By Neel ShelatCrystal Palace preparing for their first European finalCrystal Palace have had a low-key Premier League season which will see them finish in the bottom half of the table, though well clear of the relegation zone. Their performances have been pretty good for the most part, but the division’s worst chance conversion record has left them seven places below their xG table position going into the final matchday of the season.More importantly, though, the Eagles have been saving their best for the UEFA Conference League. They embarked on their first-ever continental campaign after winning the FA Cup, their first-ever major trophy last season, and have managed to go all the way to the final. The showdown against Rayo Vallecano in Leipzig is firmly their main priority in the last week of the season.For the moment, though, fans are sure to be in full voice to give the team a great send-off and bid farewell to departing head coach Oliver Glasner, who will yet have the chance to build on his legendary status on Wednesday night.One more big game to go for ArsenalThe full-time whistle in Bournemouth, which confirmed Arsenal’s Premier League coronation on Tuesday, sparked scenes of jubilant celebrations in North London, with fans and players alike soaking in the glory until the early hours of the morning. While the party atmosphere among supporters is unlikely to die down anytime soon, the squad will have to refocus and prepare for a continental final of their own.Before challenging Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain for the European crown next weekend, though, the Gunners will get the opportunity to soak in the glory of their hard-fought league title victory on Sunday. The low-stakes nature of the occasion is likely to make the match itself quite celebratory, but all the anticipation will build for the trophy lift after the full-time whistle.Team newsArsenal academy graduate Edward Nketiah won’t feature on the pitch as he is on Crystal Palace’s injury list alongside Cheick Doucouré and Chris Richards, who suffered an ankle ligament injury in the last match. Defenders Maxence Lacroix, Chadi Riad and Borna Sosa are all doubts and could be rested ahead of the Conference League final.Arsenal have had to deal with injuries throughout this season, but are close to full fitness at the end. Benjamin White is out, but Mikel Merino returned to first-team training after close to four months on the sidelines. Jurriën Timber has also been training as he recovers from a groin problem, though Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman recently described his status as “not rosy”.PredictionWith nothing material to gain but a lot to lose in terms of potential injuries for both teams in this match, a quiet contest should be expected. Still, even a rotated Arsenal should have the quality to cap their Premier League campaign off with a win.(Cover image from IMAGO)You can follow every game from the Premier League with FotMob this season – featuring deep stats coverage, xG, and player ratings. Download the free app here.Add FotMob as a preferred news source on Google by clicking – here.Arsenal’s 22-year wait for a Premier League title ended on Tuesday night with Manchester City’s draw against Bournemouth, so they will be free to fully enjoy the last day of the league season.By Neel ShelatCrystal Palace preparing for their first European finalCrystal Palace have had a low-key Premier League season which will see them finish in the bottom half of the table, though well clear of the relegation zone. Their performances have been pretty good for the most part, but the division’s worst chance conversion record has left them seven places below their xG table position going into the final matchday of the season.More importantly, though, the Eagles have been saving their best for the UEFA Conference League. They embarked on their first-ever continental campaign after winning the FA Cup, their first-ever major trophy last season, and have managed to go all the way to the final. The showdown against Rayo Vallecano in Leipzig is firmly their main priority in the last week of the season.For the moment, though, fans are sure to be in full voice to give the team a great send-off and bid farewell to departing head coach Oliver Glasner, who will yet have the chance to build on his legendary status on Wednesday night.One more big game to go for ArsenalThe full-time whistle in Bournemouth, which confirmed Arsenal’s Premier League coronation on Tuesday, sparked scenes of jubilant celebrations in North London, with fans and players alike soaking in the glory until the early hours of the morning. While the party atmosphere among supporters is unlikely to die down anytime soon, the squad will have to refocus and prepare for a continental final of their own.Before challenging Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain for the European crown next weekend, though, the Gunners will get the opportunity to soak in the glory of their hard-fought league title victory on Sunday. The low-stakes nature of the occasion is likely to make the match itself quite celebratory, but all the anticipation will build for the trophy lift after the full-time whistle.Team newsArsenal academy graduate Edward Nketiah won’t feature on the pitch as he is on Crystal Palace’s injury list alongside Cheick Doucouré and Chris Richards, who suffered an ankle ligament injury in the last match. Defenders Maxence Lacroix, Chadi Riad and Borna Sosa are all doubts and could be rested ahead of the Conference League final.Arsenal have had to deal with injuries throughout this season, but are close to full fitness at the end. Benjamin White is out, but Mikel Merino returned to first-team training after close to four months on the sidelines. Jurriën Timber has also been training as he recovers from a groin problem, though Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman recently described his status as “not rosy”.PredictionWith nothing material to gain but a lot to lose in terms of potential injuries for both teams in this match, a quiet contest should be expected. Still, even a rotated Arsenal should have the quality to cap their Premier League campaign off with a win.(Cover image from IMAGO)You can follow every game from the Premier League with FotMob this season – featuring deep stats coverage, xG, and player ratings. Download the free app here.Add FotMob as a preferred news source on Google by clicking – here.