
Crystal Palace Stun Manchester United at Old Trafford with Dominant 2-0 Victory
What a night at Old Trafford! Crystal Palace pulled off yet another incredible performance, securing a 2-0 victory over Manchester United and leaving the Red Devils reeling. This wasn’t just any win—it was a statement. Palace showed composure, resilience, and attacking brilliance to take all three points, marking yet another historic triumph at one of English football’s most iconic stadiums.
Palace have now won at Old Trafford four times in their last six visits, a stark contrast to their previous struggles at this venue. But this time, it wasn’t just about breaking records—it was about dominance. From start to finish, Oliver Glasner’s men were organized, clinical, and defensively solid, keeping United at bay and making the most of their opportunities.
Jean-Philippe Mateta was the star of the show, netting both goals and proving once again why he’s been one of the most in-form strikers in the league. His movement, physicality, and finishing were simply too much for United’s shaky defense to handle. His first goal came from a well-worked set-piece, while his second was the perfect example of Palace’s swift counterattacking play. With six goals in his last five league games, Mateta is playing at a level few would have predicted a year ago.
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Defensively, Palace were nothing short of outstanding. Dean Henderson, returning to his old club, made crucial saves, while the backline, led by Chris Richards, Maxence Lacroix, and Marc Guéhi, ensured that United barely had a sniff at goal. The hosts dominated possession but lacked any real cutting edge, managing just two shots on target all game—both comfortably dealt with by Henderson.
Ebere Eze and Adam Wharton, both returning from injury, played pivotal roles in sealing the victory. Eze, initially expected to miss the game, delivered the key set-piece for Palace’s opening goal, while Wharton’s ball-winning ability helped set up the second. Their presence gave Palace a much-needed spark, and United simply couldn’t handle them.
For Manchester United, it was another disappointing night. Their struggles in front of goal continue, and the decision to play Kobbie Mainoo as a false nine highlighted their attacking woes. With Marcus Rashford finalizing his move to Aston Villa and both Rasmus Højlund and Joshua Zirkzee struggling for form, the Red Devils looked toothless in attack. To make matters worse, Lisandro MartÃnez suffered a serious-looking injury, adding to United’s growing list of concerns.
As the final whistle blew, Palace’s players and fans celebrated another memorable night in Manchester. This win lifts them above United in the table, and with performances like this, Glasner’s men are proving they are more than capable of competing with the league’s best. For United, the questions keep piling up. Another poor display, another home defeat, and more frustration for their fans.
What a night for Palace. What a performance. Old Trafford is becoming a happy hunting ground for the Eagles, and on this evidence, they’re only getting stronger.
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