Gabriel Jesus delivered a stunning second-half hat-trick as Arsenal overcame an early scare to defeat Crystal Palace 3-2 and secure a spot in the EFL Cup semi-finals.

Jean-Philippe Mateta’s early goal put Palace ahead, but Arsenal’s introduction of Martin Ødegaard and William Saliba shifted the momentum.

Jesus equalized with a composed finish, then struck twice more to seal the win, including a brilliant solo effort late in the match.

Despite a late Palace goal by Eddie Nketiah, the Gunners held on and now turn their focus to Saturday’s Premier League clash at Selhurst Park against the same London rivals.