Arsenal survive late Palace scare to claim 2-1 win at Selhurst Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arsenal came through a testing afternoon at Selhurst Park to secure a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace in difficult conditions and keep the feel-good factor rolling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With temperatures high enough to trigger multiple cooling breaks, Mikel Arteta\u2019s side started brightly and immediately looked the more dangerous team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jesus struck the post inside four minutes as Arsenal made their intentions clear early. The visitors continued to dominate possession and nearly found another breakthrough through Christian Norgaard before Dean Henderson was forced into action to deny further chances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Palace had moments of their own. Kepa produced an important save after Palace pressure and a dangerous set-piece, but Arsenal continued to control large spells of the first half.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Their pressure was finally rewarded shortly before the interval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jesus found the breakthrough on 41 minutes to put Arsenal ahead and cap an excellent opening period for the Gunners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A late Palace free-kick after a challenge from Zubimendi threatened to spoil the half, but Arsenal stood firm to head into the break leading 1-0.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arsenal step it up after the restart<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arteta shuffled his side at half-time with Kai Havertz and Gabriel introduced as Arsenal looked to kill the contest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The perfect response arrived almost immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After an Arsenal corner in the 46th minute, Noni Madueke doubled the lead to put the visitors firmly in command at 2-0.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The heat continued to play its part and another drinks break interrupted the flow, but Arsenal largely remained comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Substitutions followed as Merino made his return to action in place of Dowman, while later Gyokeres was introduced for Madueke and immediately looked lively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arsenal created further opportunities through Havertz and Merino, although neither could convert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Palace make it nervy but Arsenal hold on<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the game appearing under control, Palace suddenly gave themselves hope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jean-Philippe Mateta pulled one back in the 88th minute to set up a tense finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Moments later Palace thought they had completed the comeback when Yeremy\u2019s effort found the net, only for celebrations to be cut short as the goal was disallowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arsenal were forced to defend late pressure, survived corners and even had a final chance of their own when Gyokeres dragged an effort narrowly wide in stoppage time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There was one final scare as Eze was denied deep into added time before the referee brought proceedings to an end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Premier League Issues Statement and Apology Over Controversial VAR Decision in Crystal Palace 1-2 Arsenal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Premier League has released an official statement and issued a formal apology following a highly contentious VAR decision that disallowed a goal by Yeremi Pino in Sunday\u2019s Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and Arsenal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The match, which ended 1-2 in favour of Arsenal, was marred by controversy in the second half when Pino appeared to have leveled the score. However, after a lengthy VAR review, the goal was ruled out for a marginal offside in the build-up. Replays showed the decision was extremely tight, sparking outrage from Palace players, fans, and pundits alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a statement released shortly after the final whistle, the Premier League acknowledged: \u201cFollowing a thorough review, we recognise that the VAR decision regarding Yeremi Pino\u2019s goal did not meet the expected standard of clarity. We apologise to Crystal Palace and all stakeholders for the impact this had on the match.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The apology comes amid growing scrutiny of VAR\u2019s application this season. Arsenal held on for the three points, but the result remains overshadowed by the officiating drama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Final whistle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Crystal Palace 1-2 Arsenal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Three goals, a heat battle and another win for Arteta\u2019s side. The Premier League Champions finished their season in style!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What did you make of Arsenal\u2019s performance Gooners?Now time for the coronation! COYG!_____________________________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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