Palace took full advantage in the second half, with Mateta delivering a decisive brace to secure the win. His first goal came in the 64th minute when Maxence Lacroix’s effort struck the crossbar, allowing the French striker to capitalize on the rebound. He sealed the victory in the 89th minute after receiving a selfless pass from Munoz to slot home. The result extends Oliver Glasner’s team’s unbeaten away record to eight matches, a new club record in the Premier League.
This defeat leaves United in 13th place with 29 points, while Palace leapfrog them into 12th with 30 points. It is another frustrating setback for Amorim’s side, who failed to build on their previous win in the competition. With United struggling to find consistency, their hopes of climbing the table are fading, and pressure continues to mount on the team.
Both teams now turn their attention to the FA Cup before resuming Premier League duties. United will be desperate to bounce back, while Palace will look to continue their strong away form. As the season progresses, the battle for a respectable league position intensifies, and every point becomes crucial in the race for European spots or avoiding a disappointing mid-table finish.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
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