Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix has emphasised that the team always approach matches with the intention of winning, as they prepare to face Arsenal in the Premier League this weekend. The Eagles are coming off a defeat in European competition but have shown in recent months that they remain a challenging side in domestic play, including being the first team to defeat Liverpool this season.
Palace have consistently demonstrated their ability to compete against top-level opponents, making them a team that Arsenal must approach with caution. With the Gunners chasing their first league title in two decades, matches against sides like Palace could prove pivotal and potentially derail their title ambitions.
Palace’s Mindset Against Top Teams
Lacroix stressed that Crystal Palace respect their opponents but do not shy away from competition. The London club consider Arsenal one of the strongest teams in world football, yet they maintain a fearless approach and aim to play to win in every game. This mentality is central to their preparation, particularly when seeking to rebound from setbacks such as recent European losses.
Speaking on the club’s official website, Lacroix said: “I hope we score against Arsenal and Liverpool. Like I said, we are a little bit disappointed, but now we look forward, like we have every time – we look forward, and I think they’re gonna be good games. We’ll go again. We want to win, every single game we want to win, and we go there to show that we have the quality to beat anyone.”
Confidence and Ambition
Lacroix’s comments highlight Palace’s determination to remain competitive against the Premier League’s elite. The squad’s focus on winning every match demonstrates both their ambition and belief in their own quality, sending a clear message to Arsenal that they will not be underestimated.
As the Sunday fixture approaches, it is evident that Crystal Palace aim to combine resilience with attacking intent. Their mindset of always striving for victory ensures that games against top teams are approached with intensity and purpose, providing a stern test for any opponent, including title contenders like Arsenal.
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This is a huge game, one that Arsenal should use to establish some good breathing space.
The current Arsenal defense is right up there with the Invincibles, the legendary Alex Ferguson once declared, while attacking football will win you games , it is a strong chance that will win you titles.
So if the Manchester legend is right, The Arsenal juggernaut is going to be difficult to contain
There is no way Crystal Palace can beat Arsenal at the Emirates. Macroix is living in his dreams. A narrow defeat would be their biggest blessing.
It has been long since EPL was decided by goal difference, we could see that happen this year. Narrow win won’t cut it
We need to start winning by bigger margins
@Shawn
Don’t be so sure about that. Palace is as much of a threat as any other team. All it takes is for us not to bring our A game, or for them to up their game. We will see. I’m not calling it. COYG…
Shawn,
Talk like that is tempting fate, Not wise. 🤦♂️
Palace have been unlucky in our first 2 defeats in the past 6 months as in both games we dominated but could not take our chances hitting the woodwork 7 times and not converting easy chances to win these games. Our record against Big 6 Clubs is just 4 defeats in our last 16 games against them and we are capable of beating anyone. Palace have lost 2 of our last 23 games and we are looking forward to the Arsenal game with a much stronger team than when we drew 2-2 at the Emirates, this time Arsenal have the injury problems with up to 7 out of the game.
Under Glasner, Palace have been impressive. I’d like to think in front of the home crowd with excellent results behind them, Arsenal can extend their lead at the top. Palace may feel a little hard done by because they’ve had less recovery time, but Thursday matches have always disadvantaged those teams.
COYG