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Precisely as the United manager likely believed his fortune wasn't changing, Manchester United delivered Oliver Glasner's team's initial home loss in the Premier League since February.

The Austrian coach's team dominated early rightfully went ahead via Jean-Philippe Mateta's retaken penalty. Yet they were unable to make their dominance count after previously struggling to find the net at Selhurst, United struck back twice in nine minutes from their summer signing and the English midfielder.

Disappointing Day for The Eagles

It was a frustrating day concluding following a busy period for the home manager, who saw the Senegalese international limp off with a worrying issue in the first period.

The United manager may have kept his emotions in check while walking down the tunnel right after the final whistle.

Strategic Adjustments

The Portuguese coach dismissed similarities regarding both managers' strategic methods during preparation, though recognizing that the opposition "currently execute things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

The reaction following the poor performance versus reduced Everton was to change the flank players, with Amad Diallo shifting to the right side while the Portuguese took over from Dorgu.

Opening Attempts

Amorim's team probably recognized a opening to capitalize since they possessed three more days to prepare and nearly scored first after 43 seconds.

An extended delivery generated disorder in the Palace area but somehow the ex-United shot-stopper executed a reflex block near the net to deny Casemiro.

Palace's Control

The close shave functioned as a warning for Palace after the early kick-off that was dictated by TV requirements.

Quickly opportunities commenced appearing in quick succession. After missing a hatful of chances during European action, it looked perhaps it wouldn't be Mateta's day after he sent shots wide of the target in the initial phase.

Breakthrough

Yet amid days when talks over the striker's new deal faced delays, Mateta stepped up who opened the scoring.

Another precise pass from Wharton lured Leny Yoro into the challenge following an earlier a brilliant block to deny Yéremy Pino, Yoro had to trip his fellow Frenchman within the 18-yard area.

After Break Comeback

The goalkeeper returned with head protection to block the sun from the low sun but he will be disappointed to have allowed United to draw equal post the break.

The home side was sleeping by a quick Bruno Fernandes free-kick and Zirkzee was able to control with his chest and swivel in the same movement to produce a shot that flew into the net.

Winning Goal

After enduring a goalmouth scramble when the Dutchman nearly netted again at the wrong end, their day improved further a few minutes later while Zirkzee was brought down near the 18-yard line from the Palace defender.

There was a moment's hesitation in the defensive wall during Fernandes' delivery the set-piece toward Mount enabling the Englishman to defeat the goalkeeper via a strong shot.

Important Three Points

Lacking the winger's speed to depend on, Palace could barely muster another chance allowing Amorim's team to see out vital three points which moves United move above Palace up to sixth spot.