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Just when Ruben Amorim must have thought the team's momentum remained negative, Manchester United secured Crystal Palace's first home defeat in league competition since February.

The Palace manager's team dominated early rightfully went ahead by way of Jean-Philippe Mateta's repeated spot-kick. Yet they were unable to convert superiority into goals and having failed to score against Palace, the visitors responded twice in nine minutes through the Dutch forward and the English midfielder.

Frustrating Afternoon against The Eagles

The match proved disappointing encounter finishing after multiple matches for the Palace boss, who observed Ismaïla Sarr depart hurt with a concerning injury prior to the break.

Ruben Amorim may have kept his reactions subdued when proceeding off the pitch directly following the final whistle.

Strategic Changes

Amorim had played down similarities regarding his and Glasner's game philosophy ahead of the match, while admitting that Glasner's team "simply perform things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

The answer to the disappointing loss against 10-man Everton meant modifying the wide defenders, with Amad Diallo occupying the right wing with the full-back replaced Patrick Dorgu.

Opening Chances

The visitors likely felt a chance to benefit since they possessed three more days to prepare and almost went ahead inside the opening minute.

A lengthy throw-in caused chaos in the Palace area but somehow the former United goalkeeper made a close-range stop on his goalline to prevent the midfielder.

Palace's Dominance

The near miss functioned as a warning for Palace after the early kick-off that was scheduled by the television schedulers.

Soon the chances began to come frequently. Following wasted multiple opportunities during European action, it looked could potentially not become the Frenchman's match when he twice dragged attempts off target in the initial phase.

First Score

But in a week where negotiations regarding Mateta's contract extension have stalled, it was the France international who found the breakthrough.

One more perfect ball by the midfielder enticed the young Frenchman toward the tackle and, having just made superb interception to deny Yéremy Pino, the young defender was forced to foul his fellow Frenchman inside the area.

After Break Recovery

Palace's shot-stopper came out with head protection to protect his vision from the setting sun yet he'll feel regret for permitting the visitors to draw equal post the break.

Palace were caught napping from a rapid Fernandes set-piece and Zirkzee was able to bring under control and swivel in the same movement to produce a shot that sailed into the far corner.

Winning Moment

Following weathering a goalmouth scramble where Zirkzee almost scored another time defensively, their day improved further a few minutes later while Zirkzee was fouled near the 18-yard line by the English center-back.

There was a moment's hesitation within the barrier during Fernandes' delivery the free-kick to Mount and that allowed him to defeat the goalkeeper via a strong shot.

Vital Win

Lacking the winger's speed to depend on, Glasner's side found it difficult to generate another chance while the visitors managed to complete a crucial victory that means United move above Palace up to sixth spot.