Arsenal Held to Draw, Liverpool Nears Title

Arsenal's Premier League title challenge faltered after a 2-2 home draw with Crystal Palace, leaving Liverpool just one point away from clinching the championship. Arsenal twice took the lead through Jakub Kiwior and Leandro Trossard, but were pegged back by goals from Eberechi Eze and a late chip by Jean-Philippe Mateta, who capitalized on a defensive error. Manager Mikel Arteta criticized his team's inconsistency and inability to protect their advantage, denying that their upcoming Champions League semifinal against PSG caused distraction. Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner praised his side's attacking threat and organization. The result frustrates Arsenal's domestic ambitions while Palace continue to impress under Glasner. Both teams now shift their focus to crucial cup semifinals.