Manchester United recorded a dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Crystal Palace on match-day 13 action of the 2025-26 English Premier League, SportPremi Reports.
Jean-Philippe Mateta opened the scoring for the home side from the penalty spot – scoring at the second attempt after his first was ruled out due to a double touch, before the Red Devils scored twice in the second half through Joshua Zirkzee and Mason Mount to complete the win.
It marked a first defeat in four league outings for the Eagles, while Manchester United bounced back from last Monday’s dismal showing against Everton to move up to sixth on the standings.
First half: Eagles dominate, take lead into the break
Crystal Palace were unbeaten in their last four outings against Manchester United and started the clash quite well with several chances to take the lead.
The home side were awarded a penalty soon after Leny Yoro clumsily brought down Mateta in the area.
The Palace forward scored his initial attempt which was then ruled out for a double touch, before sending Senne Lammens the wrong way the second time to give the hosts a 1-0 lead.
Second half: United complete comeback, Uche comes on for Palace
Manchester United upped the tempo in the second half and got their equalizer when Zirkzee scored from an impossible angle from a Bruno Fernandes free-kick.
The comeback was then completed as Mason Mount scored from another set-piece which beat Dean Henderson in the Palace goal.
Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche, who has endured a disappointing spell so far at the Eagles, came on later in the clash but could not help them avoid a 2-1 defeat in front of their home fans.
Man United get statement win
Manchester United sealed a first win in five meetings over Crystal Palace and bounced back from last Monday’s disappointing 1-0 loss to 10-man Everton.
The win also moves them into sixth place on the league standings, ahead of Palace who are seventh.
Players Ratings:
Crystal Palace Players Ratings
- Henderson – 6.4
- Richards – 6.3
- Lacroix – 6.4
- Guehi – 6.2
- Munoz – 6.4
- Wharton – 7.3
- Kamada – 6.8
- Mitchell – 6.0
- Sarr – 6.0
- Pino – 6.7
- Mateta – 8.0
Substitutes
- Nketiah – 6.2
- Uche – 5.8
- Hughes- 6.2
Man United Players Ratings
- Lammens – 7.0
- Shaw – 7.3
- De Ligt – 6.9
- Yoro – 6.2
- Dalot – 7.4
- Fernandes – 8.8
- Casemiro – 7.8
- Amad – 7.4
- Mount – 8.3
- Mbeumo – 6.9
- Zirkzee – 8.1
Substitutes
- Mazraoui – 6.9
Man of the match
Bruno Fernandes (8.8/10) – The Manchester United captain assisted both goals as they recorded an impressive win against the Eagles. He also created the most chances in the match (4).
Key Stats
Ball Possession: Crystal Palace 43% – 57% Man United
Total Shots: Crystal Palace 14 – 14 Man United
Shots on Target: Crystal Palace 3 – 6 Man United
Pass Accuracy: Crystal Palace 73% – 79% Man United
Corners: Crystal Palace 4 – 4 Man United
What Next?
Crystal Palace will hope to bounce back from their defeat when they visit Burnley on Wednesday.
Manchester United, on the other hand, welcome West Ham United to the Old Trafford on Thursday night.
