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Just when the United manager must have thought the team's momentum wasn't changing, the Red Devils secured the home side's opening Selhurst Park setback in league competition beginning in February.

Oliver Glasner's side had been rampant and deservedly took the lead through their forward's second penalty attempt. However they failed to make their dominance count after previously struggling to score against Palace, the visitors responded twice in nine minutes from the Dutch forward plus the former Chelsea player.

Disappointing Encounter against The Eagles

The match proved disappointing day concluding after multiple matches for Glasner, who saw his winger limp off with a concerning injury in the first period.

The United manager likely maintained his emotions in check while walking down the tunnel right after the final whistle.

Lineup Modifications

The Portuguese coach dismissed similarities regarding the two coaches' strategic methods in the buildup, although he acknowledged that Glasner's team "are just doing things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

The answer to the poor performance versus reduced Everton was to change the flank players, featuring the Ivorian occupying the right wing with the full-back assumed Dorgu's position.

Initial Attempts

United must have sensed a chance to benefit given that they had additional preparation time and almost went ahead inside the opening minute.

A lengthy throw-in created confusion in the home penalty box however incredibly the ex-United shot-stopper produced a point-blank save near the net to stop the Brazilian.

Eagles' Superiority

The near miss served as a wake-up call for Glasner's men following the midday start which was determined by TV requirements.

Quickly opportunities began to come thick and fast. Subsequent to squandered numerous attempts in midweek, it appeared could potentially not become the Frenchman's match after he sent efforts missing the goal during the first quarter.

First Score

But in a week when talks over the striker's new deal faced delays, the French striker emerged who found the breakthrough.

A further accurate delivery from Wharton enticed the young Frenchman into making contact following an earlier excellent defensive stop to deny Yéremy Pino, the young defender was forced to foul his compatriot inside the area.

Second Half Recovery

Palace's shot-stopper came out in a baseball cap to shield his eyes from the low sun but he will be disappointed enabling Amorim's team to equalise eight minutes after the restart.

Palace were caught napping by a quick Bruno Fernandes free-kick allowing the forward to control with his chest and pivot in one motion to unleash an attempt that found the top corner.

Winning Goal

Following weathering a chaotic situation when the Dutchman nearly netted another time defensively, their situation enhanced a few minutes later as the Dutch attacker was tripped outside the penalty area by Marc Guéhi.

A brief pause occurred within the barrier when Fernandes rolled the dead ball to the midfielder enabling the Englishman to score past the keeper via a strong shot.

Crucial Win

Lacking the winger's speed to utilize, the home team struggled to create further attempts as United were able to secure an important win that means United move above Palace to sixth position.