Arsenal urged to strengthen attack after Champions League final defeat to PSG
Arsenal travel to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace on the final day of the Premier League season in a match that doubles as a title celebration for the newly crowned champions.
Although the fixture is largely a dead rubber in competitive terms, it carries significance for Arsenal supporters, as the team will lift the Premier League trophy after full-time.The match is scheduled to kick off at 4pm BST on Sunday 24 May at Selhurst Park.
Arsenal were confirmed as champions after Manchester City dropped points against Bournemouth, meaning Mikel Arteta’s side secured the title without playing.With a Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain approaching, Arteta is expected to rotate his squad heavily, resting several key players.
Crystal Palace, under Oliver Glasner, are also likely to make changes as they prepare for their own European commitments, with a potential Conference League final on the horizon.Supporters in the United Kingdom will be able to watch the match live on Sky Sports Premier League, with coverage beginning at 2pm BST.The game will also be available via live stream on Sky Go and NOW.
While the match itself may be of limited competitive consequence, attention will shift to the post-match ceremony, where Arsenal are expected to lift the trophy at around 6pm BST, although the exact timing depends on the final whistle and presentation proceedings.Team news suggests both sides will be affected by injuries and rotation.
Crystal Palace are missing several defensive players, while Arsenal may give opportunities to fringe players, including those returning from injury or long-term absence.The occasion marks a celebratory end to Arsenal’s domestic campaign, ahead of a busy European finale.
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