In the 69th minute, Phil Foden got on the scoresheet. After Rayan Cherki expertly beat Adam Wharton and continued his run, he slid the ball to Foden, who confidently slotted it past Dean Henderson.

The final goal came from the penalty spot, awarded to City after Palace's aggressive push forward left Savinho unopposed, resulting in a foul by Henderson as Savinho attempted to round the goalkeeper.

Haaland stepped up to seal the win with the penalty. Upon initial inspection, the penalty decision seemed questionable, but it was ultimately deemed correct.

City's supporting cast is starting to make a significant impact, with players like Foden and Cherki contributing to the team's success. Foden's recent form has been impressive, scoring six goals and providing one assist in his last five games across all competitions.

Cherki has also been making a name for himself, demonstrating exceptional game awareness and building a strong partnership with Foden and Haaland. Although they don't play in a traditional attacking trio, they are arguably the most effective attacking unit in the league.

Crystal Palace felt the absence of Daniel Munoz, who is expected to return in mid-January after suffering a knee injury. Munoz has been a key player for Palace, contributing both defensively and offensively, with three goals and two assists.

His presence on the pitch has been missed, and Nathaniel Clyne, who replaced him, couldn't match Munoz's level of performance.

Manchester City's win over Palace has significant implications for Arsenal, who are struggling to find consistency. Their recent performance against Wolves, which relied on two own goals, is a concern, and City is regaining its ruthless edge, reminiscent of their previous form.

While injuries have affected Arsenal, they still have a chance to recover and get back on track. However, their upcoming fixtures, including a match against Aston Villa, will be crucial in determining their season's trajectory.