Man United Clinches a Stunning Comeback Win Over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park

Manchester United staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Crystal Palace 2-1 at Selhurst Park on Sunday, ending Palace's 12-game unbeaten home streak in the Premier League. The victory was sparked by Joshua Zirkzee's first league goal in nearly a year and sealed by a decisive strike from Mason Mount.

Crystal Palace initially took the lead through Jean-Philippe Mateta, who converted a penalty in the 36th minute. The penalty was notable for requiring a retake after video review showed Mateta had double-touched the ball—a rule clarification implemented following a Champions League shootout incident last season. Mateta successfully converted on his second attempt to give Palace the advantage.

Manchester United responded in the second half with a moment of brilliance from Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee, who collected the ball inside the box, spun, and struck a stunning goal from a tight angle in the 54th minute. This goal ended Zirkzee’s prolonged goal drought since scoring twice against Everton in December last year and marked his eighth goal for United since joining from Bologna.

Mount then secured the three points for United in the 63rd minute, capitalizing on a free kick situation. After a layoff from Bruno Fernandes, Mount fired a low, precise shot from the edge of the area to complete the comeback.

Manchester United’s victory not only snapped Crystal Palace’s impressive home run but also halted United's recent winless streak, providing a much-needed boost amidst injuries that sidelined key forwards Benjamin Sesko and Matheus Cunha. Zirkzee’s inclusion in the starting lineup due to these injuries proved pivotal for the Red Devils.

The match reflected a competitive Premier League fixture filled with tactical battles and individual moments of skill, underscoring Manchester United’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure on the road.