Crystal Palace vs Manchester United FC, English Premier League 2025-26, Today Match Prediction

Crystal Palace vs Manchester United FC Match Prediction & Analysis

After a shocking loss to 10-man Everton in their last league outing, Manchester United now travel to South London to take on Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, with kickoff set for 5:30 PM this Sunday. And United can expect a real test from Palace, who remain unbeaten at home in the league and come into Sunday’s clash fresh off a confident win. We’ve got a battle on our hands, folks! 

Current Standings: Both sides sit in the top half, separated by just two points—Palace up in 5th on 20 points, while Manchester United trail in 10th.

Head-to-Head Record: Manchester United have long held the upper hand in this fixture, winning 19 of their 32 meetings compared to Palace’s six. 

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Crystal Palace Preview

As expected, Crystal Palace made light work of Wolves last week, securing their fifth win of the campaign with a 2-0 victory. That said, they drew a blank in the first half, but two quick-fire goals from Daniel Muñoz and Yeremy Pino early in the second period sealed the deal in style. 

The win was a timely boost for Oliver Glasner’s side after a frustrating goalless draw with Brighton at Selhurst Park, prior to the Wolves’ fixture. The biggest takeaway, though, was the leap up the table—the win pushed Palace into the Premier League’s top five after starting the day down in 10th.

Stats that matter 

1. Crystal Palace have conceded the second fewest number of goals (9) behind Arsenal (6) in the league this season.
2. Yeremy Pino has been in fine form, delivering five goal contributions—two goals and three assists—in his last five appearances across all competitions.
3. The Eagles are unbeaten in their last 12 home games (W6 D6) in the league. 

Team News

For a change, Oliver Glasner heads into this one with a near full-strength squad, aside from the long-term absentees.

Crystal Palace Probable Starting Lineup -  Henderson (Goalkeeper); Richards, Lacroix, Marc Guehi, Munoz (Defenders); Adam Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell (Midfielders); Ismaila Sarr, Yeremy Pino, Mateta (Forwards). 

Manchester United FC Preview

Ruben Amorim since took over the reins of Manchester United has seen a fair share of ups and downs but nothing’s gonna beat what we witnessed last weekend at Old Trafford. Playing against 10-man Everton for over 77 minutes of the game, United dealt with their worst loss in recent times by a 1-0 margin. Worse still, it marked the first time Manchester United had ever lost at Old Trafford to a side reduced to 10 men. 

The defeat also snapped United’s five-match unbeaten run of three wins and two draws. With that behind them, Amorim must reset, but doing so without key attackers will test their bench against one of the league’s toughest defensive units.

Stats that matter 

1. Manchester United have won just three of their last 26 league games against London sides.
2. The Red Devils have won just one of their last 11 Premier League away games.
3. Bruno Fernandes top the charts for the most number of chances (31) created by a player in the league this season. 

Team News 

In a major setback for Amorim, star striker Benjamin Sesko is ruled out for 3–4 weeks, though there’s some relief with Matheus Cunha expected to return after missing the Everton clash. 

Manchester United Probable Starting Lineup - Lammens (GK) ; De Ligt, Shaw, Yoro, Mazraoui (Defenders);  Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu (Midfielders) ; Cunha, Mbeumo, Zirkzee (Forwards). 

CRYSTAL PALACE vs MANCHESTER UNITED FC
Winning Prediction

Manchester United will be desperate for a lift on Sunday after the Everton debacle, but the odds aren’t in their favour. They’re missing a key striker, have lost three of their last four meetings with Palace, and haven’t scored in any of the last four clashes with the Eagles. 

And to make matters worse, Palace have kept clean sheets in half of their league games this season and remain unbeaten at home. With all that in mind, Palace look the stronger bet to come out on top. However, the odds still tilt slightly toward United at 2.44, with Palace at 3.60 and a draw priced at 3.48. But, we would like to back Palace for a win here. 

Crystal Palace to Win (1-0)

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