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Just when Ruben Amorim likely believed the team's momentum wasn't changing, Manchester United delivered Crystal Palace's first home defeat in domestic football from February onward.

Oliver Glasner's team dominated early and deservedly took the lead by way of Jean-Philippe Mateta's repeated spot-kick. But they could not to convert superiority into goals following earlier difficulties to find the net at Selhurst, the visitors responded two times in quick succession from the Dutch forward and the English midfielder.

Difficult Afternoon against The Eagles

It was a frustrating day concluding of a long week for the Palace boss, who observed the Senegalese international depart hurt with a serious problem in the first period.

Ruben Amorim may have kept his emotions in check as he headed toward the dressing room immediately after the final whistle.

Lineup Modifications

The United manager minimized parallels involving both managers' game philosophy during preparation, although he acknowledged that Palace "currently execute things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

The reaction following the lacklustre defeat against 10-man Everton was to change both wing-backs, with Amad Diallo occupying the right wing while the Portuguese replaced Patrick Dorgu.

Opening Opportunities

United must have sensed an opportunity to profit considering they enjoyed extra rest days and came close to leading inside the opening minute.

A long throw generated disorder in the Palace area but somehow the former United goalkeeper produced a point-blank save on his goalline to prevent the midfielder.

Home Side's Control

The near miss acted as an alert for Palace after the early kick-off that was scheduled by TV requirements.

Soon the chances began to come thick and fast. Subsequent to squandered numerous attempts during European action, it looked could potentially not become the Frenchman's match after he sent shots wide of the target during the first quarter.

Breakthrough

However during a period when talks over the striker's new deal have stalled, the French striker emerged who provided the first goal.

A further accurate delivery from Wharton enticed the young Frenchman into making contact after recently producing superb interception to stop the winger, the young defender was forced to foul his fellow Frenchman within the 18-yard area.

After Break Turnaround

Henderson re-emerged with head protection to block the sun from the glare yet he'll feel regret to have allowed United to level the score post the break.

Glasner's team was unprepared from a rapid Fernandes set-piece enabling the Dutchman to chest the ball down and pivot in one motion to produce a shot that flew into the net.

Match-Winning Moment

Having survived a frantic moment as the forward came close another time defensively, their afternoon got even better shortly afterward while Zirkzee was tripped outside the penalty area by Marc Guéhi.

A temporary uncertainty developed within the barrier as the captain passed the set-piece toward Mount permitting Mount to score past the keeper via a strong shot.

Vital Win

Without Sarr's pace to call on, the home team struggled to create another chance while the visitors managed to see out an important win elevating the Red Devils climb above Palace up to sixth spot.