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Just when the United manager probably assumed his fortune would never turn, the Red Devils secured Crystal Palace's opening Selhurst Park setback in league competition since February.

The Austrian coach's side had been rampant justifiably opened the scoring via their forward's retaken penalty. Yet they were unable to make their dominance count following earlier difficulties to find the net at Selhurst, the visitors responded two times in quick succession from their summer signing and Mason Mount.

Disappointing Afternoon for Palace

It was a frustrating day concluding following a busy period for the home manager, who saw the Senegalese international depart hurt with a worrying issue before half-time.

His Portuguese counterpart probably contained his reactions subdued when proceeding off the pitch immediately after the match's conclusion.

Tactical Changes

The Portuguese coach dismissed parallels involving his and Glasner's game philosophy ahead of the match, although he acknowledged that Glasner's team "currently execute things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

His response to the disappointing loss versus reduced Everton involved altering the wide defenders, featuring the Ivorian moving to the right flank while the Portuguese replaced Patrick Dorgu.

Early Attempts

United must have sensed an opportunity to profit considering they enjoyed extra rest days and came close to leading after 43 seconds.

An extended delivery generated disorder in the Palace area however incredibly the ex-United shot-stopper produced a point-blank save on his goalline to stop the Brazilian.

Eagles' Superiority

The narrow escape functioned as a warning for Glasner's men after the early kick-off that was scheduled for broadcast purposes.

Soon the chances began to come in quick succession. After missing multiple opportunities in midweek, it seemed like could potentially not become the striker's opportunity as he pulled attempts off target in the initial phase.

Breakthrough

However during a period where negotiations regarding Mateta's contract extension have stalled, it was the France international who opened the scoring.

One more perfect ball from Wharton drew the defender into the challenge and, having just made excellent defensive stop to prevent the Spaniard, the young defender had to trip his compatriot in the penalty box.

Post-Interval Comeback

Palace's shot-stopper came out with head protection to shield his eyes from the glare but he will be disappointed for permitting the visitors to draw equal after the restart.

Palace were caught napping via a fast United dead ball enabling the Dutchman to bring under control and pivot in one motion to unleash an attempt that found the top corner.

Winning Moment

Following weathering a goalmouth scramble as the forward came close another time defensively, their day improved further a few minutes later while Zirkzee was fouled on the edge of Palace's box by Marc Guéhi.

A brief pause occurred within the barrier during Fernandes' delivery the dead ball to the midfielder and that allowed him to defeat the goalkeeper with a powerful drive.

Important Three Points

Without Sarr's pace to depend on, Glasner's side found it difficult to generate another chance allowing Amorim's team to secure a crucial victory which moves Manchester United leapfrog the Eagles up to sixth spot.