Premier League Regular Season - 28
Manchester United 2 - 1 FT Crystal Palace
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
M. Lacroix (B. Johnson) 4'
D. Kamada 6'
24' ↓ L. Shaw ↑N. Mazraoui
36' D. Dalot
HT
D. Henderson 49'
M. Lacroix 56'
57' B. Fernandes
↓ J. S. Larsen ↑C. Riad 58'
↓ B. Johnson ↑E. Guessand 58'
65' B. Sesko (B. Fernandes)
↓ A. Wharton ↑W. Hughes 68'
75' ↓ B. Sesko ↑A. Diallo
↓ D. Kamada ↑Y. Pino 85'
85' ↓ H. Maguire ↑A. Heaven
85' ↓ B. Mbeumo ↑J. Zirkzee
89' A. Heaven
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Manchester United
Goalkeepers
Senne Lammens 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Diogo Dalot 
MAGNET
84
Activity
84
Activity
77
Passes
7
Duels
Leny Yoro
MAGNET
82
Activity
82
Activity
75
Passes
7
Duels
Harry Maguire 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Luke Shaw
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
24
Entry
Midfielders
Casemiro
MAGNET
108
Activity
108
Activity
97
Passes
11
Duels
Kobbie Mainoo
MAGNET
78
Activity
78
Activity
69
Passes
9
Duels
Bryan Mbeumo 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
20%
Pass Acc
Bruno Fernandes
ARCHITECT
6
Key Passes
6
Key Passes
1
Assists
47%
Pass Acc
Matheus Cunha
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Forwards
Benjamin Šeško 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.6
Rating
BENCH
Altay Bayındır 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Noussair Mazraoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ayden Heaven
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyrell Malacia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jack Moorhouse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyler Fletcher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Manuel Ugarte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amad Diallo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joshua Zirkzee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Crystal Palace
Goalkeepers
Dean Henderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Chris Richards
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maxence Lacroix 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Jaydee Canvot
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Daniel Muñoz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adam Wharton
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Daichi Kamada
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Tyrick Mitchell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Ismaïla Sarr
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Brennan Johnson 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.7
Rating
Jørgen Strand Larsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
BENCH
Walter Benítez
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Chadi Riad
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
40
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathaniel Clyne
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Borna Sosa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Will Hughes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Justin Devenny
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yéremy Pino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christantus Uche
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Evann Guessand
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2025 | Crystal Palace | 1 - 2 | Manchester United | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 02/02/2025 | Manchester United | 0 - 2 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Old Trafford |
| 21/09/2024 | Crystal Palace | 0 - 0 | Manchester United | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 06/05/2024 | Crystal Palace | 4 - 0 | Manchester United | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 30/09/2023 | Manchester United | 0 - 1 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Old Trafford |
| 26/09/2023 | Manchester United | 3 - 0 | Crystal Palace | League Cup | Old Trafford |
| 04/02/2023 | Manchester United | 2 - 1 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Old Trafford |
| 18/01/2023 | Crystal Palace | 1 - 1 | Manchester United | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 19/07/2022 | Manchester United | 3 - 1 | Crystal Palace | Friendlies Clubs | Melbourne Cricket Ground |
| 22/05/2022 | Crystal Palace | 1 - 0 | Manchester United | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
30/11/2025
02/02/2025
21/09/2024
06/05/2024
30/09/2023
26/09/2023
04/02/2023
18/01/2023
19/07/2022
22/05/2022
Manchester United Win
Crystal Palace Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Fernandes Orchestrates Dramatic United Turnaround
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 67/100. Manchester United tightened their grip on a Champions League spot after overcoming an early deficit in a match defined by a sudden swing in momentum.
The Early Shock at Old Trafford
The match exploded into life when Crystal Palace stunned the home crowd just four minutes in. M. Lacroix capitalised on a sharp delivery from B. Johnson, silencing the Stretford End and handing the visitors a dream start. Despite the setback, Manchester United dominated possession with 61%, pinned the Eagles back, and unleashed a barrage of 18 shots. The Intensity was palpable as the hosts searched for a way through a stubborn Palace backline. Casemiro anchored the midfield with typical authority, recycling play and ensuring the pressure remained constant, yet the clinical edge was missing during a frustrating first half where the visitors' goalkeeper stood tall against 14 shots on target.
The Lacroix Meltdown
The complexity of the match shifted entirely in a chaotic ten-minute window during the second period. The Balance of the encounter was shattered when M. Lacroix, previously the hero, was shown a straight red card for a holding offence in the 56th minute. This moment of madness proved fatal for the visitors. Bruno Fernandes stepped up to the spot just a minute later, coolly dispatching the penalty to level the scores. With the man advantage, United looked rejuvenated, sensing the Upset Factor had evaporated. The tactical discipline of Palace dissolved as they struggled to cover the gaps left by their dismissed goalscorer, allowing United to dictate the tempo entirely.
Šeško Finds the Winner
The comeback was completed in the 65th minute when the relentless pressure finally told. Bruno Fernandes turned provider, threading a precise ball for Benjamin Šeško to fire home and put the Red Devils ahead. The Stakes were high for United's top-four ambitions, and they managed the closing stages with professional ease. Despite the frantic nature of the match and a total of 11 saves between the sticks, Palace could not find a second wind with ten men. This victory keeps United firmly in the European driving seat, while Palace will rue a missed opportunity to climb the table after such a promising start.
Key Questions
How did the red card for M. Lacroix impact the match?
The dismissal completely shifted the Balance, leading to an immediate penalty and allowing United to dominate the final thirty minutes against ten men.
How did Manchester United complete the comeback from behind?
United utilised high Intensity and their numerical advantage, with Bruno Fernandes scoring a penalty before assisting the winning goal.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
United Look to Maintain Top-Four Momentum
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. Manchester United’s clinical attacking edge and surging confidence make them heavy favorites to brush aside a struggling Crystal Palace team.
The Setup
Manchester United enter this fixture in sensational Form, having secured four wins from their last five outings. Sitting in 5th place with 45 points, the hosts have the Champions League spots firmly in their sights. Old Trafford has become a fortress again, and the Balance of this squad suggests they are finally clicking at both ends of the pitch. Conversely, Crystal Palace occupy 13th position and have struggled for consistency. While the Stakes for the visitors are relatively low given their mid-table safety, they always possess the potential to frustrate the league's giants.
Key Battle
The defining contest will be United's high-octane offensive unit against the Palace low block. With creative Stars like Bruno Fernandes pulling the strings—boasting four assists in his last five games—the pressure on the Palace backline will be relentless. M. Guéhi will need to lead his defensive unit with perfection to track the movement of B. Šeško and Matheus Cunha. If the away side’s midfield cannot disrupt the service from deep, it will be a long afternoon for the visitors.
Our Prediction
Our take is that United will control the tempo from the opening whistle. Expect them to exploit the wings through Patrick Dorgu, whose recent performances have added a new dimension to their attack. Palace may look to hit on the break through E. Eze, but United’s defensive structure should hold firm. We expect a professional performance from the home side, resulting in a comfortable multi-goal victory that keeps their top-four dreams alive.