Crystal Palace vs. Manchester United – Prediction and Betting Tips | Sep 21, 2024

Manchester United travels to Selhurst Park on Saturday, September 21, 2024, for a Premier League encounter with Crystal Palace. United will be hoping to extend their winning streak to three games across all competitions, while Crystal Palace aims to secure their first league win of the season. Palace defeated United 4-0 at Selhurst Park in May of last season, and Erik ten Hag’s men will be eager for revenge in this important fixture.

With both teams looking to gain momentum, this match promises intensity and high stakes.

Team Analysis:

Crystal Palace:

Crystal Palace has had a slow start to the season, picking up just two points from their first four Premier League matches. Oliver Glasner’s side secured a 2-2 draw against Leicester City last weekend, thanks to a brace from Jean-Philippe Mateta, who salvaged a point with a 92nd-minute penalty. Despite their struggles in the league, Palace has found form in the EFL Cup, progressing to the fourth round with wins over Queens Park Rangers and Norwich City.

Palace will hope to translate their EFL Cup success into the Premier League and build on their recent performances. The return of key players such as Eberechi Eze and Eddie Nketiah from injury has bolstered their attacking options, and Mateta’s resurgence gives them confidence up front. However, Palace’s defense has shown vulnerability, having conceded six goals in four games, and they will need to be at their best to contain a resurgent Manchester United attack.

Manchester United:

Manchester United heads into this match with renewed confidence after back-to-back victories in the Premier League and EFL Cup. A 3-0 win against Southampton last weekend was followed by a thumping 7-0 victory over Barnsley in the EFL Cup, where both Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho shone with impressive performances. Despite their strong recent form, United sits 10th in the Premier League table, and manager Erik ten Hag will be eager to climb higher.

United’s attacking strength is evident, with Rashford and Garnacho leading the line, while the return of Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount from injury could further strengthen their forward line. Defensively, however, United has struggled on the road, particularly in London, where they have won just two of their last 16 matches in the capital. This away form will need to improve if they are to take all three points at Selhurst Park.

Head-to-Head:

Last season, Crystal Palace got the better of Manchester United, winning both home and away by an aggregate score of 5-0. United will be seeking to reverse that trend and improve on their recent poor record in London.

Prediction and Betting Tips:

Prediction: While Crystal Palace has shown resilience in recent games, Manchester United’s attacking options and improved form make them favorites for this match. United’s firepower, led by Rashford and Garnacho, should be enough to secure a narrow victory at Selhurst Park.

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Crystal Palace 1-2 Manchester United.

Justification:
United’s attacking talent, combined with Palace’s defensive vulnerabilities, gives the visitors the edge. While Palace has the ability to score, United’s recent run of form and their motivation to avenge last season’s heavy defeat should see them come out on top.

Betting Markets:

1. Both Teams to Score: Yes
   • Crystal Palace has shown they can score, and with United’s attacking quality, both teams are likely to find the back of the net.
2. Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5
   • With United’s recent high-scoring performances and Palace’s ability to fight back, expect at least three goals in this match.
3. Hot Stat:
   • Marcus Rashford to score anytime. Rashford has been in excellent form, scoring consistently, and is expected to be a key figure in this match.
4. Corners Total: Over 9.5 corners
   • Both teams play attacking football, and this match could see plenty of corners.

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Team News:

Crystal Palace:

• Chadi Riad (knee) and Matheus Franca (rib) remain sidelined through injury, while Trevoh Chalobah will face a late fitness test.
• Maxence Lacroix is expected to start in the back three alongside Marc Guehi and either Nathaniel Clyne or Chris Richards.
• Eddie Nketiah will likely start up front alongside Eberechi Eze and Jean-Philippe Mateta.

Manchester United:

• Victor Lindelof, Tyrell Malacia, Luke Shaw, and Leny Yoro are all unavailable due to injuries.
• Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount have returned to training and could feature in the squad, but a decision will be made closer to kickoff.
• After making changes for the EFL Cup, Ten Hag is expected to revert to a full-strength lineup, with Andre Onana, Matthijs de Ligt, Lisandro Martinez, Bruno Fernandes, and Marcus Rashford all returning.

Probable Lineups:

Crystal Palace Starting XI:
Henderson; Clyne, Guehi, Lacroix; Munoz, Wharton, Doucoure, Mitchell; Eze; Nketiah, Mateta

Manchester United Starting XI:
Onana; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez, Dalot; Ugarte, Mainoo; Garnacho, Fernandes, Rashford; Zirkzee

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