Manchester United are looking to return to the sixth of the league table, with a win over Crystal Palace, who are doing well recently. However, coming into this match, these two squads are from their respective draws in the Premier League. Man United are currently at the eighth of the league table, with 54 matches, from their 34 games. However, a win in this match could make Man United climb to the sixth, with better chances for the Europa League. Meanwhile, for the Palace, they are actually doing well recently, staying at the 14th of the league table with 40 points. The Palace are being impressive recently, following their results, giving them confidence here. These two teams will meet on May 7, 2024, at 3:00 AM (GMT+8).
Manchester United
Man United is no longer aiming for a Champions League spot for next season, but is battling to qualify for either the Europa League or Conference League. They dropped to seventh after Newcastle beat Burnley. However, a win on Monday could see them return to sixth spot, potentially only three points behind fifth-placed Tottenham Hotspur. Despite suffering 12 league defeats, Man United can secure more domestic silverware this season. The Red Devils are unbeaten since their 4-3 loss at Chelsea, but have only won one of their four league games since then. They have won seven, drawn three, and lost seven of their 17 away league games this season, and will face a Palace outfit that has also lost seven times at home in the Premier League in 2023-24.
Bruno Fernandes is a minor doubt for Man United, but Ten Hag expects his captain to be available. Scott McTominay is set to overcome a knee injury, with Christian Eriksen likely to replace him. Jonny Evans could return to the XI. Meanwhile, Harry Maguire is ruled out for three weeks due to a muscular problem. Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford are also absent.
Crystal Palace
Oliver Glasner, Palace’s new head coach, has made a positive impression since taking over in February. With a record of four wins, three draws, and three losses in his 10 games, Palace is on a four-game unbeaten run. They have a record of 10 wins, 10 draws, and 15 defeats in their 35 Premier League matches this season, leaving them eight points behind 10th-placed Bournemouth. However, they are only four points behind Fulham and Brighton in 12th and 13th respectively. The Eagles have not finished higher than 10th since 2013, but were 11th last term, causing a drop-off this season. They aim to complete a league double over Man United for the first time in their history and make three consecutive Premier League wins at Selhurst Park for the first time since October 2022.
Palace will miss Sam Johnstone, Cheick Doucoure, Jefferson Lerma, Rob Holding, and Matheus Franca due to injury. Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi will return, with Eze in the front three alongside Olise and Mateta. A 3-4-3 formation should include Adam Wharton.
Prediction:
Manchester United (2.0)
Odds: -0.88
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