On Saturday, September 21, Man Utd will travel to London for an evening kick-off against Crystal Palace in the Premier League.
The Eagles will be looking to replicate the 4-0 thrashing they handed the Red Devils in this fixture just four months ago. Meanwhile, Manchester United is determined to secure consecutive away victories in the Premier League.
Crystal Palace vs. Man Utd prediction: Expect Goals at Selhurst Park
Key Stats
- At least three goals have been scored in three of Crystal Palace’s last five matches.
- Similarly, Manchester United’s previous three games have seen over 2.5 goals.
- Additionally, both teams have found the net in four of the hosts’ last six fixtures.
Our score prediction: Crystal Palace 1-2 Man Utd
Crystal Palace have scored in all but one of their last six games, and Manchester United showed signs of their best form in their away game against Southampton last weekend. That’s why we’re predicting a close 2-1 win for the visitors on Saturday.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Manchester United slightly favored
- HOME: 19/10 (2.90) – 34.5%
- DRAW: 11/4 (3.75) – 26.7%
- AWAY: 7/5 (2.40) – 41.7%
Manchester United is predicted to win this match with a 41.7% chance, and we align with the bookmakers on this outcome.
Check out our upcoming matches page for all of today’s game predictions.
Latest head-to-head results: Evenly matched
In their last five competitive encounters, Crystal Palace and Manchester United have each secured two wins, two losses, and one draw, resulting in an evenly split record.
Crystal Palace preview: Still searching for their first win in the opening four matches
Although the Eagles lost their first two league games against Brentford and West Ham, their results and performances have begun to improve.
After a 1-1 draw at Chelsea, Crystal Palace earned a 2-2 draw at home against Leicester, scoring the equalizer late in the match.
Due to injury, Chadi Riad, Matheus Franca, Trevoh Chalobah, and Rob Holding might miss the game against Manchester United. However, Chalobah can feature if he passes a late fitness test.
Predicted lineup: Henderson (GK), Clyne, Guehi, Munoz, Lacroix, Mitchell, Eze, Doucoure, Wharton, Nketiah & Mateta
Manchester United preview: Returned to form with a win over Southampton
Manchester United began the season with a home victory over Fulham but soon faced setbacks with consecutive losses to Brighton and their arch-rivals Liverpool.
However, last weekend at St Mary’s, Manchester United delivered a significantly improved performance, scoring three goals, keeping a clean sheet, and, most importantly, securing three points.
Leny Yoro, Tyrell Malacia, and Mason Mount have been confirmed as unavailable for the trip to Selhurst Park. Additionally, Victor Lindelof, Luke Shaw, and Rasmus Hojlund’s fitness is being questioned.
Predicted lineup: Onana (GK), Mazraoui, de Ligt, Dalot, Martínez, Eriksen, Fernandes, Mainoo, Rashford, Zirkzee & Diallo
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