Alan Pardew described Crystal Palace's performance against Arsenal as the best of his reign despite defeat to Arsenal.
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admitted a 2-1 victory at Crystal Palace was vital for his side's top-four hopes.
Goals from Santi Cazorla and Olivier Giroud sent Arsenal third in the Premier League after 2-1 victory at Crystal Palace.
Arsenal can rise to third in the Premier League with victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Saturday.
Crystal Palace captain Mile Jedinak hopes to be back in action for the Premier League clash with Arsenal this weekend.