Man Utd vs Crystal Palace: Preview, Predictions & Lineups

Can Man Utd Continue Their Winning Streak Against Palace?

Manchester United welcome Crystal Palace to Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon as they aim to continue their impressive run of form under Ruben Amorim.

The Red Devils have now won five of their last six matches, including a solid 2-0 victory over FCSB in the Europa League midweek. With renewed confidence, United will look to climb further up the Premier League table.

Crystal Palace, meanwhile, had been on a strong five-game unbeaten streak before losing to Brentford last weekend. Oliver Glasner’s side will be eager to bounce back and replicate their 1-0 win at Old Trafford last season.

Will United’s momentum prove too much for Palace, or can the Eagles stun the Theatre of Dreams once again?

Match Details: Man Utd vs Crystal Palace

• 📍 Location: Manchester, England
• 🏟 Stadium: Old Trafford
• 📅 Date: Sunday, February 2
• ⏰ Kick-off Time: 14:00 GMT / 09:00 ET / 06:00 PT
• ⚖️ Referee: John Brooks
• 🎥 VAR: Craig Pawson

Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Matches)

• Man Utd Wins: 2
• Crystal Palace Wins: 2
• Draws: 1
• Last Meeting: Crystal Palace 0-0 Man Utd (September 21, 2024 – Premier League)

Recent Form (All Competitions)

🔴 Manchester United

✅ FCSB 0-2 Man Utd
✅ Fulham 0-1 Man Utd
✅ Man Utd 2-1 Rangers
❌ Man Utd 1-3 Brighton
✅ Man Utd 3-1 Southampton

🦅 Crystal Palace

❌ Crystal Palace 1-2 Fulham
✅ West Ham 0-2 Crystal Palace
✅ Leicester 0-2 Crystal Palace
✅ Crystal Palace 1-0 Stockport
➖ Crystal Palace 1-1 Chelsea

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Man Utd Team News & Predicted Lineup

After a comfortable win in the Europa League, Ruben Amorim is expected to rotate his squad slightly. Manuel Ugarte, Harry Maguire, and Andre Onana are all set to return to the starting XI.

Amad Diallo, who impressed off the bench in midweek, is likely to start in attack. Meanwhile, Victor Lindelof is available again, but Luke Shaw remains doubtful, despite returning to training. Mason Mount and Jonny Evans are still sidelined.

⚠️ Injury & Suspension Updates:
❌ Mason Mount (Injury) – Out
❌ Jonny Evans (Injury) – Out
❓ Luke Shaw (Hamstring Injury) – Doubtful
✅ Victor Lindelof (Available)

🔴 Man Utd Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1)

GK: Onana
DEF: De Ligt – Maguire – Martinez
MID: Mazraoui – Ugarte – Fernandes – Dalot
ATT: Amad – Mainoo
ST: Zirkzee

Crystal Palace Team News & Predicted Lineup

Crystal Palace will feel the absence of Trevoh Chalobah, who was recalled by Chelsea. Chris Richards is expected to keep his place in defense.

In midfield, Adam Wharton (groin injury) and Joel Ward (calf injury) remain out, while Matheus Franca is yet to play this season. Both Cheick Doucoure and Chadi Riad have been ruled out for the rest of the season due to knee injuries.

A positive note for Palace is the form of Romain Esse, who scored on his debut last weekend and is pushing for a start.

⚠️ Injury & Suspension Updates:
❌ Adam Wharton (Groin Injury) – Out
❌ Joel Ward (Calf Injury) – Out
❌ Cheick Doucoure (Knee Injury) – Out for the season
❌ Chadi Riad (Knee Injury) – Out for the season
✅ Romain Esse (Available)

🦅 Crystal Palace Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1)

GK: Henderson
DEF: Richards – Lacroix – Guehi
MID: Munoz – Hughes – Lerma – Mitchell
ATT: Sarr – Eze
ST: Mateta

Man Utd vs Crystal Palace: Score Prediction

With their recent strong performances, Manchester United head into this match as favorites. However, they might need to dig deep against a well-organized Palace side that can counterattack effectively.

Expect a tightly contested game, but United’s recent momentum should see them edge out a hard-fought victory.

📊 Prediction: Man Utd 2-1 Crystal Palace

What’s Your Prediction?

• Can Zirkzee continue his impressive form?
• Will Eze cause trouble for United’s defense?
• Can Palace pull off another shock win at Old Trafford?

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