This Carabao Cup quarterfinal tie between Arsenal and Crystal Palace takes place at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, Dec. 18. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. GMT local time in the UK, 2:30 p.m. ET and 11:30 a.m. PT in the US, and 6:30 a.m. AEDT on Thursday, Dec. 19, in Australia.

There are three key talking points ahead of a cup tie at the Emirates that could have a big impact on how Arsenal fare on the trophy front this season. At the quarter-final stage of the Carabao Cup, Arsenal face a tie that may end up being crucial for how they view their season. Progression against Crystal Palace will be key for the Gunners.

This Carabao Cup quarterfinal tie between Newcastle United and Brentford takes place at St. James' Park on Wednesday, Dec. 18. Kickoff is set for 7:45 p.m. GMT local time in the UK, 2:45 p.m. ET and 11:45 a.m. PT in the US, and 6:45 a.m. AEDT on Thursday, Dec. 19, in Australia.

Gabriel Jesus bagged a second-half hat-trick as Arsenal came from behind to beat Crystal Palace 3-2 and move into the League Cup semi-finals at a wet and windy Emirates Stadium on Wednesday. Palace had Arsenal reeling in the fourth minute when Jean-Philippe Mateta nudged aside Gunners defender Jakub Kiwior to latch onto a long ball and side-foot home.

A place in the last four of a cup competition is no mean feat. Palace should make the most against what might be a slightly weaker Arsenal

The Arsenal lineup ahead of Wednesday's evening League Cup clash with Crystal Palace is out.  The Gunners come into affair having struggled in front of goal as of late, but Mikel Arteta has made