Crystal Palace will face Manchester United in a highly anticipated Premier League clash on September 21, with kickoff scheduled for 17:30 local time. The two sides last met four months ago, where Palace stunned United with a comprehensive 4-0 victory.
Palace head into this match on the back of a four-game unbeaten run, having secured a 2-1 win over QPR in the League Cup last Tuesday. However, defensive frailties have surfaced recently, with the Eagles conceding in their last three matches. Despite this, Roy Hodgson's side remains resilient, looking to extend their positive momentum.
Manchester United also come into the fixture on a high note, riding a two-game winning streak with victories over Barnsley and Southampton. Erik ten Hag’s men will be seeking to build on their form, eager to avenge their heavy defeat in the previous meeting against Palace.
In terms of recent form, Palace have shown impressive results overall, winning 11 of their last 20 matches, while suffering only four defeats. Their recent performances have been a mixed bag, with victories over QPR and Norwich, but setbacks against West Ham and Brentford. Draws against Leicester City and Chelsea indicate a team capable of challenging stronger opposition.
On the other hand, Manchester United have endured a more turbulent run of form, winning 10 of their last 20 outings but suffering eight defeats. In their last six matches, United have alternated between dominant victories, including a 7-0 rout of Barnsley, and heavy losses such as a 3-0 drubbing by Liverpool. Consistency will be key as they aim to keep pace with the top four.
This matchup promises to be a fascinating contest, with both teams in decent form but still looking to tighten up defensively. Crystal Palace will seek to repeat their heroics from the last meeting, while Manchester United will aim to assert their dominance and continue climbing the table.