3 standout players from Arsenal's slender win over Crystal Palace

Arsenal narrowly defeated Crystal Palace 1-0 on Sunday afternoon to go four points clear at the top of the table.

Eberechi Eze was the hero against his former side as he netted the only goal to ensure his new club took all three points from a tight affair. A Declan Rice free kick was initially cleared, but Eze was on hand to volley a fine effort past Dean Henderson.

It was a mixed afternoon for the Gunners as they struggled to get going at times, but regardless, there were three players that stood out in their victory over Palace.

1. Gabriel Magalhaes

Initially a doubt due to injury, Gabriel fought against the issue he picked up in the win over Atlético Madrid to be named in the starting lineup against Palace.

The Brazilian put on a fine display as he looked solid at both ends of the pitch as always. He made a crucial clearance to get rid of a troubling low cross early on and often thwarted the visitors' attempts to find an equaliser.

He was involved in Arsenal's winning goal as he rose to fight for Declan Rice's free kick cross, prompting the attempted clearance to be sent into the path of Eberechi Eze, who capitalised brilliantly. Gabriel almost scored himself in the second half when he headed toward goal, only to hit the crossbar.

His performance was simply top and it showed how important he is to the Gunners when fit.

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