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Precisely as Ruben Amorim must have thought the team's momentum wasn't changing, Manchester United managed to inflict Crystal Palace's opening Selhurst Park setback in domestic football since February.

Oliver Glasner's team dominated early justifiably opened the scoring through the French striker's repeated spot-kick. But they could not to capitalize on their control after previously struggling to net versus Palace, the visitors responded two times in quick succession through their summer signing plus the former Chelsea player.

Frustrating Day for The Eagles

It was a frustrating encounter finishing following a busy period for the home manager, who observed the Senegalese international depart hurt with a concerning injury before half-time.

His Portuguese counterpart likely maintained his emotions in check while walking off the pitch immediately after the game's end.

Tactical Changes

The United manager minimized similarities regarding both managers' game philosophy during preparation, though recognizing that Palace "simply perform things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

The reaction following the poor performance against 10-man Everton was to change both wing-backs, with Amad Diallo occupying the right wing with the full-back took over from Dorgu.

Early Chances

Amorim's team probably recognized an opportunity to profit given that they had additional preparation time and almost went ahead inside the opening minute.

A lengthy throw-in created confusion inside Palace's defense yet remarkably Dean Henderson made a close-range stop near the net to deny Casemiro.

Home Side's Dominance

The close shave served as a wake-up call for the home team post the lunchtime beginning that was dictated by the television schedulers.

Rapidly attempts started arriving thick and fast. After missing multiple opportunities on Thursday, it seemed like it might not be the Frenchman's match when he twice dragged attempts off target during the first quarter.

First Score

But in a week when talks over Mateta's contract extension faced delays, the French striker emerged who opened the scoring.

Another precise pass by the midfielder drew the defender toward the tackle and, having just made superb interception to prevent the Spaniard, the 20-year-old could only bring down Mateta inside the area.

After Break Recovery

The goalkeeper returned with head protection to protect his vision from the low sun however he'll experience frustration to have allowed United to draw equal following halftime.

Glasner's team was unprepared 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.

Match-Winning Goal

After enduring a goalmouth scramble as the forward came close once more in his own net, their day improved further moments after when the Netherlands forward was fouled near the 18-yard line from the Palace defender.

A brief pause occurred among the defenders during Fernandes' delivery the dead ball to the midfielder permitting Mount to beat Henderson via a strong shot.

Crucial Victory

Lacking the winger's speed to utilize, Palace could barely muster further attempts while the visitors managed to complete an important win elevating United move above Palace up to sixth spot.