Arsenal secured a 3-2 victory over Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on December 18, 2024, at the Emirates Stadium. 
The match began unfavorably for Arsenal, with Jean-Philippe Mateta giving Crystal Palace an early lead in the 4th minute.
In the second half, Gabriel Jesus spearheaded Arsenal's comeback. He equalized in the 52nd minute with a deft lob over the goalkeeper. Jesus then put Arsenal ahead in the 74th minute with a powerful strike into the bottom left corner. He completed his hat-trick in the 81st minute, finishing a counter-attack initiated by substitute Martin Ødegaard.
Former Arsenal player Eddie Nketiah reduced the deficit for Crystal Palace in the 85th minute with a well-placed header, but Arsenal maintained their lead to secure the win.
This victory propels Arsenal into the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup, highlighting their resilience and Gabriel Jesus' pivotal role in the team's success.
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