Match Preview: Man Utd vs Crystal Palace - Forecasts, Wagers, and Analysis
Manchester United are set to face Crystal Palace at Old Trafford in their next Premier League fixture, following their 3-0 victory over the same opposition in the Carabao Cup.
The Red Devils, who have lost four out of eight matches in all competitions this season, will be without several key players. Defensive stalwart Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Luke Shaw, and Tyrell Malacia are all injured and unavailable for selection. Lisandro Martinez is also doubtful, with Victor Lindelof potentially partnering Raphael Varane in defense.
Sergio Reguilon is expected to start despite battling an illness. Midfielders Antony and Jadon Sancho are suspended internally and will not feature in the match. However, Sofyan Amrabat could make his first league start for the Manchester United side alongside Casemiro.
Crystal Palace, who have won three, lost three, and drawn two of their eight matches this season, are motivated for the league match at Old Trafford, despite their tame performance in the Carabao Cup. The Eagles will be without several players due to injuries, with Matheus França still recovering from a back injury, and Walter Benítez, Ismaila Sarr, Caleb Kporha, Chadi Riad, and Cheick Doucoure all likely unavailable.
Marc Guehi and Eberechi Eze, who were subs in midweek, are expected to return to the starting XI for Palace. Will Hughes is the likely replacement for Lerma in the midfield. Roy Hodgson has additional injuries to manage, with Michael Olise, Jefferson Lerma, and Odsonne Édouard all set to miss out due to hamstring strains.
Palace have lost by 1 goal on their last two league trips to Old Trafford. However, the history between these teams suggests a high-scoring encounter, with 5 of the last 6 meetings seeing Over 2.5 goals. Manchester United have won their last 4 home matches against Crystal Palace (all competitions).
Despite their recent struggles in the league, Manchester United have managed to keep 7 clean sheets in their last 11 home EPL fixtures. Crystal Palace, on the other hand, have seen their last 4 away league matches result in two draws, one loss, and one win.
As the two teams prepare to face off, Crystal Palace are aiming for a draw, with a focus on being solid and breaking at pace. Meanwhile, Manchester United will be hoping to return to winning ways in the league, having lost to Wolves, Tottenham, Arsenal, and Brighton in their last four league outings.
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