Arsenal have delayed Liverpool's Premier League title celebrations after drawing 2-2 with Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium.
The Gunners' failure to secure all three points means Arne Slot's side must wait a little longer to be crowned champions of England for a 20th time.
Liverpool now need just a point against Tottenham on Sunday to clinch the title, with the Reds holding a commanding 12-point lead at the top of the table with five games remaining.
Arsenal got off to a perfect start when Jakub Kiwior powered home Martin Odegaard's free-kick in the third minute.
Arsenal could only muster a 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace
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Palace responded brilliantly as Eberechi Eze connected with a sweet volley from Adam Wharton's corner, finding the net via the post.
Leandro Trossard restored the home side's advantage before half-time with a deflected effort that left Dean Henderson with no chance.
The visitors earned a share of the spoils when Jean-Philippe Mateta capitalised on William Saliba's mistake, netting an exquisite goal shortly after coming off the bench.
Mikel Arteta opted to make four changes from the side that started the 4-0 win over Ipswich at the weekend.
Myles Lewis-Skelly, Jurrien Timber and Thomas Partey all earned recalls, whilst there was a rare chance for Raheem Sterling.
The Gunners remain largely focused on their upcoming UEFA Champions League semifinal tie against PSG which begins next Tuesday.
Despite accepting their fate as likely Premier League runners-up weeks ago, Arsenal's draw has at least delayed the inevitable Liverpool coronation.
The second half was a relatively low-key affair with David Raya the busier of the two keepers.
Jean-Philippe Mateta capitalised on William Saliba's mistake to score a beauty
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Gabriel Martinelli thought he had extended Arsenal's lead, but his effort was disallowed as the ball had gone out of play before he turned it home.
Bukayo Saka, introduced as a substitute, drew a brilliant save from Henderson as the Gunners pushed to secure the victory.
Palace's equaliser came as they started to take charge, with Mateta making an immediate impact after being summoned from the bench.
The visitors then pushed for a winner that would have crowned Liverpool champions.
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Ultimately, Liverpool's path to Premier League glory remains clear despite Arsenal's resilience at the Emirates.
Arne Slot's men now need just a single point against Tottenham at Anfield on Sunday to secure the title.
With a commanding 12-point advantage and only five matches remaining, the Reds' coronation appears inevitable.
The draw leaves Arsenal looking over their shoulders while simultaneously preparing for their crucial Champions League semi-final against PSG next Tuesday.
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