North London is braced for a big midweek clash as Arsenal welcome Crystal Palace to the Emirates Stadium with a place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals up for grabs.
Under the lights, with knockout tension guaranteed, this quarter-final has all the ingredients of a proper cup night.
Arsenal Look to Keep Silverware Hopes Alive
Mikel Arteta’s side come into the tie knowing domestic cups represent a realistic route to silverware.
With rotation likely but quality still everywhere you look, Arsenal will be keen to make home advantage count and avoid any festive slip-ups against a familiar London rival.
Palace Eye Another Cup Surprise
Crystal Palace arrive with nothing to lose and plenty to gain.
The Carabao Cup has a habit of producing unexpected twists, and Palace will believe they can frustrate Arsenal and take advantage if the hosts show any nerves.
For them, this is an opportunity to turn a tough away night into something memorable.
Team News and Selection Talking Points
Both managers face decisions as the busy winter schedule bites.
Arsenal fans will be watching closely to see which youngsters get a chance and how strong Arteta goes, while Palace supporters will hope key players are trusted to keep the tie competitive deep into the game.
Live Updates From Kick-Off to Final Whistle
From confirmed line-ups to goals, VAR moments and late drama, Daily Mail Sport will have every key detail covered as it happens.
Matt Barlow is reporting live from inside the Emirates, bringing reaction from the dugouts and the stands throughout the night.
How to Follow the Action
Supporters unable to watch can stay across every twist and turn by following Daily Mail Sport’s live blog, with minute-by-minute updates, analysis and post-match reaction as Arsenal and Crystal Palace battle for a place in the last four.
What’s at Stake as the Whistle Blows
With Wembley dreams on the horizon and bragging rights on the line, this Carabao Cup quarter-final promises intensity from the first kick to the last.
Whether it’s routine progress or a shock result, all eyes will be on the Emirates to see who keeps their cup run alive.
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