Mount's Sweet Strike Completes Man United Comeback Win at Palace

Just when the United manager probably assumed his luck remained negative, the Red Devils secured Crystal Palace's first home defeat in league competition since February.

The Palace manager's side had been rampant and deservedly took the lead by way of the French striker's repeated spot-kick. However they failed to make their dominance count after previously struggling to score against Palace, United struck back twice in nine minutes from their summer signing and Mason Mount.

Disappointing Encounter against Glasner's Side

The match proved disappointing afternoon at the end after multiple matches for Glasner, who observed Ismaïla Sarr limp off with a serious problem prior to the break.

Ruben Amorim probably contained his feelings controlled while walking off the pitch directly following the final whistle.

Tactical Changes

The Portuguese coach dismissed parallels involving the two coaches' game philosophy during preparation, though recognizing that Glasner's team "simply perform things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

The answer to the disappointing loss against 10-man Everton involved altering the wide defenders, with Amad Diallo shifting to the right side as Diogo Dalot replaced Patrick Dorgu.

Early Opportunities

The visitors likely felt a chance to benefit considering they enjoyed three more days to prepare and came close to leading within the first minute.

A long throw caused chaos in the Palace area however incredibly Dean Henderson made a close-range stop near the net to deny Casemiro.

Palace's Dominance

The near miss acted as an alert for Glasner's men following the midday start that was scheduled by TV requirements.

Quickly opportunities began to come in quick succession. After missing multiple opportunities in midweek, it seemed like it might not be the Frenchman's match after he sent attempts off target inside the opening 15 minutes.

Opening Goal

However during a period when talks over Mateta's contract extension faced delays, the French striker emerged who found the breakthrough.

Another precise pass from Wharton lured Leny Yoro into making contact after recently producing excellent defensive stop to deny Yéremy Pino, Yoro had to trip his fellow Frenchman in the penalty box.

Second Half Comeback

Henderson re-emerged with head protection to block the sun from the glare but he will be disappointed for permitting the visitors to level the score post the break.

Palace were caught napping by a quick Bruno Fernandes free-kick and Zirkzee was able to control with his chest while turning simultaneously to produce a shot that sailed into the far corner.

Decisive Strike

Following weathering a chaotic situation when the Dutchman nearly netted once more in his own net, their afternoon got even better shortly afterward while Zirkzee was tripped near the 18-yard line by Marc Guéhi.

A brief pause occurred among the defenders as the captain passed the dead ball to the midfielder and that allowed him to defeat the goalkeeper using a fierce strike.

Vital Victory

Missing the Senegal international's acceleration to call on, the home team struggled to create further attempts as United were able to secure vital three points that means United move above Palace up to sixth spot.

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05 Sep 2026

Mount's Sweet Strike Completes Man United Comeback Win at Palace

Disappointing Encounter against Glasner's Side

Tactical Changes

Early Opportunities

Palace's Dominance

Opening Goal

Second Half Comeback

Decisive Strike

Vital Victory

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