Arsenal predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace: Smith Rowe in for Martinelli?

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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND – MARCH 19: Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal celebrates with the fans after their sides victory during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park on March 19, 2022 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /

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Bukayo Saka (RW) – Having tested positive for Covid early into England’s training camp it gave Saka plenty of time to recover and there is little reason to suggest he won’t be in fine fettle for this match.

Coming up against his international teammate Tyrick Mitchell, who has the second best tackling success rate in the league this season, will make for an engrossing battle.

Alexandre Lacazette (ST) – It was Lacazette’s excellent cameo and late heroics that snatched Arsenal a draw in the previous meeting, and a display that prompted him to earn a regular run in the side in place of Odegaard.

Another goal here? Maybe?

Emile Smith Rowe (LW) – The debate over who should get the nod between Martinelli and Smith Rowe has become increasingly interesting, with both players adding layers to their games and improving with each week.

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However, for consistency of selection and because he did well at Villa Park, it might just be Smith Rowe who gets the nod on this occasion.

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