🔗 Share this article Mount's Sweet Strike Seals Man United Comeback Victory at Palace Precisely as Ruben Amorim likely believed the team's momentum remained negative, the Red Devils managed to inflict Crystal Palace's opening Selhurst Park setback in the Premier League since February. The Austrian coach's side had been rampant and deservedly took the lead by way of their forward's second penalty attempt. However they failed to capitalize on their control and having failed to find the net at Selhurst, Amorim's team countered two times in quick succession from Joshua Zirkzee plus the former Chelsea player. Frustrating Afternoon against Palace The match proved disappointing afternoon at the end following a busy period for the Palace boss, who observed Ismaïla Sarr leave injured with a serious problem in the first period. The United manager probably contained his reactions subdued as he headed toward the dressing room immediately after the match's conclusion. Lineup Adjustments The Portuguese coach dismissed comparisons between the two coaches' tactical approach ahead of the match, while admitting that Palace "simply perform things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively". His response to the lacklustre defeat facing ten Toffees was to change the wide defenders, with Amad Diallo moving to the right flank while the Portuguese replaced Patrick Dorgu. Initial Attempts United must have sensed a chance to benefit since they possessed extra rest days and almost went ahead inside the opening minute. A lengthy throw-in generated disorder inside Palace's defense yet remarkably Dean Henderson produced a point-blank save on his goalline to prevent the midfielder. Palace's Superiority The narrow escape functioned as a warning for Glasner's men post the lunchtime beginning which was determined for broadcast purposes. Rapidly attempts started arriving thick and fast. After missing a hatful of chances on Thursday, it appeared it might not be the striker's opportunity when he twice dragged efforts missing the goal during the first quarter. First Score However during a period during discussions about the striker's new deal hit obstacles, Mateta stepped up who found the breakthrough. Another precise pass by the midfielder lured Leny Yoro into the challenge and, having just made excellent defensive stop to stop the winger, Yoro was forced to foul Mateta inside the area. After Break Turnaround The goalkeeper returned with head protection to shield his eyes from the low sun but he will be disappointed for permitting the visitors to equalise eight minutes post the break. Palace were caught napping by a quick Bruno Fernandes free-kick allowing the forward to bring under control and pivot in one motion to generate a strike that flew into the net. Decisive Moment Following weathering a goalmouth scramble where Zirkzee almost scored another time defensively, their situation enhanced shortly afterward when the Netherlands forward was brought down on the edge of Palace's box from the Palace defender. There was a moment's hesitation among the defenders as the captain passed the dead ball to the midfielder and that allowed him to beat Henderson with a powerful drive. Important Win Missing the Senegal international's acceleration to depend on, Palace could barely muster further attempts while the visitors managed to complete a crucial victory that means United move above Palace up to sixth spot.