Gabriel Martinelli and Nicolas Pepe struck in stoppage time for Arsenal against Crystal Palace in Roy Hodgson’s final game in charge at Selhurst Park.
There was very little between the sides in the first half but Arsenal took the lead in the 35th-minute.
A swift move from the Gunners was finished emphatically by Nicolas Pepe on the volley after he was set up by Kieran Tierney.
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Mikel Arteta’s side had more possession but more chances fell Palace’s way as they fought their way back into the game.
Benteke struck just past the hour mark to equalise for his side. Andros Townsend found the forward int the area and the striker made no mistake as he headed in past Bernd Leno. He has now scored in four straight Premier League games.
The Gunners broke Palace hearts late on though as Martinelli equalised in stoppage time. Pepe got his second and his side’s third just before full-time.
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