Today, at 15:00 GMT, the long-awaited Premier League match between Manchester United and Crystal Palace will go down. While both teams are getting prepared for an action-packed encounter to be staged at Old Trafford, let's dwell on some H2H stats, some predicted lineups, and a match prediction that might help you understand what to expect from this exciting match.
Manchester United vs Crystal Palace: H2H Stats
The team is coming into this tie on the back of a dominant record against Crystal Palace in recent encounters, winning most of their past meetings. Here is a quick summary of their H2H stats:
- Last 5 Meetings:
- Manchester United 3 wins.
- Crystal Palace 1 win.
- 1 draw.
- Last Meeting:
- Manchester United 2-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League).
At home, the Red Devils have been solid and importantly seem to like mid-table teams coming their way, like Palace. Traditionally, Manchester United has enjoyed a very good home record, and their attacking firepower will most likely pose the visiting Eagles plenty of problems.
- Manchester United 2-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League).
Key Players to Watch
Manchester United:
- Bruno Fernandes: The midfield maestro keeps on being an indispensable part of Manchester United's creative play, helping both in attack and defense.
Marcus Rashford: His pace and trickery on either wing make him a significant danger, and a goal or two will not do his confidence much harm.
Crystal Palace
Wilfried Zaha: Pace down the wings, the talented winger is a nightmare to defenders, especially while launching a swift counter-attack.
Eberechi Eze: He might be an exciting presence in the middle of the park, capable of unlocking backlines with a dribble and a sight for a killer pass.
Livestream Information
To watch Manchester United vs Crystal Palace live, the action will be live-streamed on: Sky Sports - UK, NBC Sports - USA, Peacock - USA, BT Sport - UK (for selected regions)
Ensure at least one service is available at your end for uninterrupted action. In case this action is not possible, go and get all the live score updates and minute-by-minute commentary on different leading sports portals like ESPN or BBC Sport.
Predicted Lineups
Manchester United (4-3-3 Formation):
- Goalkeeper: David De Gea
- Right-back: Aaron Wan-Bissaka
- Centre-back: Raphaël Varane
- Centre-back: Lisandro Martínez
- Left-back: Luke Shaw
- Central midfielder: Bruno Fernandes
- Central midfielder: Casemiro
- Central midfielder: Christian Eriksen
Manchester United: - RW: Jadon Sancho
- ST: Anthony Martial
- LW: Marcus Rashford
Crystal Palace (4-3-3 Formation):
- GK: Vicente Guaita
- RB: Joel Ward
- CB: Joachim Andersen
- CB: Marc Guéhi
- LB: Tyrick Mitchell
- CM: Cheikhou Kouyaté
- CM: Will Hughes
- CM: Eberechi Eze
- RW: Jordan Ayew
- ST: Odsonne Édouard
- LW: Wilfried Zaha
Match Prediction
They are in such form, especially at Old Trafford, that this will make them favorites going into today's match. However, Crystal Palace should not be underestimated with their counter-attacking game and individual brilliancies, especially with Zaha and Eze making them dangerous customers.
- Fulltime Score: Manchester United 2-1 Crystal Palace
With Manchester United controlling the tempo of the game, Crystal Palace will look to capitalize on any moments of lax defending and, especially, through counter-attacks. Expect a very exciting match with plenty of chances for both sides.
Conclusion
This is going to be an exciting game between Manchester United and Crystal Palace in today's Premier League fixture. Given the attacking power of Manchester United and the solid counter-attacking by Crystal Palace, this game is expected to be full of action. Follow the match at 15:00 GMT for all live action!
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