Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expressed confidence that Crystal Palace will approach their final Premier League match against Arsenal with professionalism, despite the looming Conference League final against Rayo Vallecano. City, currently in second place, trails Arsenal by five points but has a game in hand against Palace, which they will play on Wednesday. For City to have any chance of clinching the title, they will need Arsenal to drop points in their match against Palace, as Arsenal is favored to win their remaining game against Burnley, who have already been relegated. Guardiola noted the competitive spirit of teams like Palace, referencing how clubs such as Leeds United have performed well even when not fighting for relegation. Meanwhile, Glasner defended his responsibility to Crystal Palace, emphasizing that he will prioritize the best interests of his team over those of Arsenal or City. He stated that the outcome of the title race is determined by the results of the entire season, not just the final matchday.