Manchester United snapped Crystal Palace’s impressive home-record history by handing them their first Premier League defeat at their own ground since February, with a tight 2–1 victory at Selhurst Park on Saturday.
The Red Devils struck first midway through the first half, capitalising on Palace’s defensive lapses before weathering a strong response from the hosts. Palace equalised after the break, but United sealed the win with a late counter-attack goal, prompting jubilant celebration from the travelling fans.
Manchester United manager praised his side’s resilience under pressure, saying: “We showed character, we kept fighting — that’s what great teams do when games get tough.” Meanwhile, Palace’s coach lamented missed chances, admitting: “We had opportunities but couldn’t take them; that’s football.”
The result lifts United’s hopes of climbing back into the top-four race, while for Palace it ends a proud home-fortress streak and raises questions about consistency under pressure.
