Arsenal XI vs Crystal Palace: Confirmed team updates, anticipated lineup, and injury news for the Carabao Cup
Gunners Expected to Make Significant Changes for Cup Clash
Manager Mikel Arteta is expected to implement considerable changes for Arsenal’s Carabao Cup quarter-final match against Crystal Palace. The Gunners will face Oliver Glasner’s team on Tuesday evening, aiming for a victory that would secure a two-leg semi-final encounter with Chelsea.
Palace is also anticipated to rotate their squad, having played three matches within five days, while Arteta is likely to utilize his roster effectively. Gabriel Jesus may be given his first start since January, as the Arsenal manager confirmed the striker is fit to play.
Arteta stated, „Yes, he is. You can observe now, not just during games, but every day in practice how eager he is. He deserves an opportunity soon.“
Potential Lineup Adjustments
Noni Madueke is expected to step in if Bukayo Saka is rested, while Eberechi Eze could start against his former club. In midfield, Arteta faces key decisions; Martin Zubimendi has logged significant playing time this season and will soon encounter his first winter stretch without a break. Declan Rice has also been a consistent presence, prompting the possible inclusion of Christian Norgaard for a rare start.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is likely to continue as the starting goalkeeper for the cup, but options for rotation in defense are limited due to injuries to Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, and Gabriel, necessitating a stronger lineup than what might typically be used.
Myles Lewis-Skelly is anticipated to take on the left-back position, with the potential for 16-year-old defender Marli Salmon to gain experience, despite his appearance off the bench being a more realistic expectation than starting.
Predicted Arsenal Lineup
Predicted Arsenal XI (4-3-3): Kepa; Timber, Saliba, Calafiori, Lewis-Skelly; Norgaard, Merino, Eze; Madueke, Jesus, Martinelli
Injuries: Gabriel, White, Mosquera, Dowman, Havertz
Match Details: Time and date: 8 PM GMT on Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Venue: Emirates Stadium
How to watch: Sky Sports/ITV
More about: Carabao Cup, Mikel Arteta
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