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Just when the United manager probably assumed his luck would never turn, the Red Devils secured Crystal Palace's first home defeat in league competition from February onward.

Oliver Glasner's side had been rampant and deservedly took the lead via Jean-Philippe Mateta's retaken penalty. However they failed to make their dominance count following earlier difficulties to score against Palace, Amorim's team countered twice in nine minutes from the Dutch forward plus the former Chelsea player.

Frustrating Day for The Eagles

The match proved disappointing day concluding of a long week for the Palace boss, who saw the Senegalese international limp off with a serious problem prior to the break.

The United manager likely maintained his emotions in check as he headed off the pitch directly following the match's conclusion.

Lineup Changes

The United manager minimized similarities regarding his and Glasner's game philosophy in the buildup, while admitting that Glasner's team "currently execute things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

His response to the disappointing loss versus reduced Everton meant modifying both wing-backs, with Amad Diallo moving to the right flank as Diogo Dalot took over from Dorgu.

Opening Attempts

Amorim's team probably recognized a chance to benefit considering they enjoyed additional preparation time and came close to leading after 43 seconds.

A lengthy throw-in caused chaos inside Palace's defense however incredibly the ex-United shot-stopper produced a point-blank save at his goal line to stop the Brazilian.

Home Side's Control

The narrow escape served as a wake-up call for the home team post the lunchtime beginning which was determined by TV requirements.

Soon the chances commenced appearing thick and fast. Following wasted numerous attempts during European action, it looked perhaps it wouldn't be Mateta's day when he twice dragged attempts off target in the initial phase.

Breakthrough

However during a period when talks over Mateta's contract extension faced delays, it was the France international who provided the first goal.

One more perfect ball by the midfielder lured Leny Yoro into the challenge and, having just made a brilliant block to stop the winger, Yoro was forced to foul Mateta within the 18-yard area.

Post-Interval Comeback

Henderson re-emerged with head protection to shield his eyes from the low sun yet he'll feel regret enabling Amorim's team to draw equal following halftime.

Glasner's team was unprepared by a quick Bruno Fernandes free-kick and Zirkzee was able to chest the ball down and pivot in one motion to produce a shot that sailed into the far corner.

Match-Winning Goal

After enduring a goalmouth scramble when the Dutchman nearly netted another time defensively, their afternoon got even better a few minutes later as the Dutch attacker was brought down on the edge of Palace's box by Marc Guéhi.

A temporary uncertainty developed within the barrier when Fernandes rolled the set-piece toward Mount and that allowed him to beat Henderson with a powerful drive.

Important Win

Missing the Senegal international's acceleration to call on, the home team struggled to create another chance while the visitors managed to secure an important win which moves Manchester United leapfrog the Eagles to sixth position.