Crystal Palace heads to Old Trafford on Sunday, looking to be the first London club in over 50 years to win three consecutive away league matches against Manchester United.
The team is experiencing a wave of optimism after securing two recent wins in the Premier League and Europe. Manager Oliver Glasner led the squad to a solid 2-0 win in Europe on Thursday and now meets a United team currently in fourth place. It’s worth noting that Palace has claimed victory in four of their last six visits to Old Trafford, showing their strength on the counter-attack against United.
Crystal Palace Team News
Glasner’s team is lacking depth in attack but has received a boost in defense. Maxence Lacroix is fit to play after recovering from a groin injury and scored in the midweek match. He will lead a defensive line with Chris Richards and Jaydee Canvot. However, Jean-Philippe Mateta, Eddie Nketiah, and Jefferson Lerma remain unavailable. Goalkeeper Dean Henderson has an impressive 75% clean-sheet rate against Manchester United, the highest in Premier League history.
Henderson will take his place in goal, supported by a strong defense that’s been tightening under Glasner. In midfield, Adam Wharton and Will Hughes are expected to control the game, with Daniel Muñoz and Tyrick Mitchell offering width as wing-backs. Ismaïla Sarr and Evann Guessand are likely to back Jørgen Strand Larsen in the forward positions. Guessand is eager to start after his impactful performance against Wolves. Palace has scored in 17 of their 19 away games this season, indicating they will maintain a constant threat on the counter.
Crystal Palace Predicted Lineup
Crystal Palace predicted XI: Henderson; Canvot, Richards, Lacroix; Muñoz, Wharton, Hughes, Mitchell; Sarr, Guessand; Strand Larsen
When will the match kick off?
This Premier League match is scheduled for Sunday, 1 March 2026, at Old Trafford, with kick-off at 14:00 GMT.
How to watch Manchester United vs Crystal Palace?
Fans in the UK can watch the match live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Highlights will be shown on Match of the Day 2 later in the evening.
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