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Just when the United manager must have thought his fortune remained negative, Manchester United managed to inflict Oliver Glasner's team's opening Selhurst Park setback in domestic football since February.

Oliver Glasner's players started strongly and deservedly took the lead by way of the French striker's repeated spot-kick. However they failed to make their dominance count after previously struggling to score against Palace, United struck back twice in nine minutes through their summer signing and Mason Mount.

Difficult Afternoon against The Eagles

The match proved disappointing afternoon at the end following a busy period for Glasner, who saw Ismaïla Sarr limp off with a concerning injury before half-time.

Ruben Amorim probably contained his feelings controlled while walking down the tunnel immediately after the game's end.

Lineup Adjustments

The Portuguese coach dismissed parallels involving his and Glasner's strategic methods in the buildup, while admitting that Palace "currently execute things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

His response to the disappointing loss versus reduced Everton was to change both wing-backs, with Amad Diallo shifting to the right side while the Portuguese replaced Patrick Dorgu.

Opening Chances

Amorim's team probably recognized an opportunity to profit given that they had three more days to prepare and came close to leading inside the opening minute.

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

Eagles' Dominance

The narrow escape functioned as a warning for Glasner's men after the early kick-off that was dictated by TV requirements.

Rapidly attempts started arriving frequently. After missing a hatful of chances on Thursday, it appeared could potentially not become Mateta's day as he pulled attempts off target inside the opening 15 minutes.

First Score

But in a week where negotiations regarding the forward's renewal have stalled, the French striker emerged who opened the scoring.

One more perfect ball from the England international drew the defender into making contact and, having just made a brilliant block to stop the winger, the 20-year-old could only bring down his compatriot within the 18-yard area.

After Break Turnaround

Palace's shot-stopper came out wearing a cap to shield his eyes from the low sun yet he'll feel regret enabling Amorim's team to draw equal following halftime.

Glasner's team was unprepared from a rapid Fernandes set-piece and Zirkzee was able to control with his chest and swivel in the same movement to produce a shot that sailed into the far corner.

Match-Winning Moment

Following weathering a chaotic situation as the forward came close once more in his own net, their day improved further shortly afterward as the Dutch attacker was fouled near the 18-yard line by the English center-back.

A temporary uncertainty developed in the defensive wall as the captain passed the set-piece toward Mount enabling the Englishman to beat Henderson with a powerful drive.

Important Victory

Lacking the winger's speed to call on, Palace could barely muster another chance as United were able to complete an important win elevating the Red Devils climb above Palace to sixth position.