Arsenal will look to secure a seventh consecutive victory across all competitions when they host Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
The Premier League leaders are in peak form and chasing their first league title in more than two decades.
Mikel Arteta’s side is also closing in on Chelsea’s all-time defensive record from the 2004–05 season, when the Blues conceded just 15 goals.
So far, Arsenal have allowed only three goals in eight games.
Their defensive consistency has been key to their rise to the top of the table.
Crystal Palace, under Oliver Glasner, have not won in their last three matches.
Their unbeaten streak carried into the 2025–26 campaign, but a recent 2–1 loss to AEK Larnaca highlighted the team’s struggles in front of goal.
Visiting the Emirates could not come at a tougher time for the South London side.
Arsenal are likely to line up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Goalkeeper David Raya continues to impress, having already kept five Premier League clean sheets this season.
At right-back, Jurriën Timber’s consistency keeps Ben White on the sidelines, though rotation could be on the horizon.
William Saliba and Cristhian Mosquera are expected at center-back, with Gabriel doubtful due to injury.
Riccardo Calafiori should feature at left-back after strong domestic performances.
Martín Zubimendi will anchor midfield alongside Declan Rice, whose set-piece delivery remains a major weapon.
Eberechi Eze, facing his former club, is tipped to start again for Arsenal — a decision expected to earn applause from traveling Palace fans.
In attack, Bukayo Saka will look to exploit Palace’s left flank, while Viktor Gyökeres leads the line following a two-goal Champions League performance.
Leandro Trossard, who scored the winner against Fulham, is set to reclaim his spot on the left wing.
Arteta’s side, confident and composed, will aim to extend their lead at the top as Palace fight to regain momentum.
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