Crystal Palace vs Manchester United: Can United Avenge Last Season’s Defeat?
The upcoming Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and Manchester United at Selhurst Park has football fans buzzing with anticipation. Last season, Palace delivered a shocking 4-0 defeat to United at the same venue, a result that marked one of the low points for Erik ten Hag’s side. Now, United returns to south London seeking revenge, but this match promises to be no walk in the park.
Manchester United’s lineup raises some eyebrows. Marcus Rashford, who has been in fine form, scoring three goals in his last two appearances, has been benched. Ten Hag made it clear in a pre-match interview that this decision wasn’t difficult, explaining that the team has a packed schedule and needs to rotate players. Alejandro Garnacho, who played a crucial role in United’s recent victory over Barnsley with multiple goal contributions, starts in Rashford’s place. Alongside him, the young Joshua Zirkzee takes on the role of a false 9, with Amad Diallo returning to the starting lineup on the right.
Also Read:- Liverpool Dominates AFC Bournemouth with a 3-0 Victory at Anfield
- Aston Villa vs Wolves: A Tight West Midlands Derby Ends in 1-1 Draw
Crystal Palace, meanwhile, is looking for their first win of the season. Manager Oliver Glasner will be hoping that his new front trio of Eddie Nketiah, Eberechi Eze, and Jean-Philippe Mateta can spark some much-needed magic. Palace’s attack has struggled since the departure of Michael Olise, and their winless run in the opening games has raised questions about their ability to compete at the same level as last season’s strong finish. Nevertheless, Selhurst Park is notoriously tough for visiting teams, especially under the floodlights when the home crowd’s energy surges.
In midfield, United’s Christian Eriksen retains his spot, despite some inconsistency when partnered with Kobbie Mainoo in a pivot role. The presence of Manuel Ugarte on the bench suggests that ten Hag may be keeping his cards close to his chest for later in the game. Palace also welcomes the return of Adam Wharton to the midfield, a crucial figure in their late-season push last year.
Both sides come into this match with something to prove. United, after a shaky start to the season, has shown flashes of brilliance in recent weeks, scoring ten goals and conceding none in their last few matches. But their earlier losses to Brighton and Liverpool still loom large. Palace, on the other hand, will be eager to remind everyone of their defensive resilience and counter-attacking prowess that stunned United last season. The inclusion of Daichi Kamada, though criticized for his physicality in previous games, could also be a game-changer if he can adapt quickly to the intensity of Premier League football.
As the match kicks off, all eyes will be on how United handles the pressure and whether Palace can use home advantage to break their winless streak. With both teams eyeing a turnaround in their fortunes, this promises to be a gripping contest filled with tactical fouls, sharp counter-attacks, and perhaps some late-game drama. Only time will tell if Manchester United can avenge their painful defeat from last season or if Palace can pull off another memorable victory.
Read More:
0 Comments