Crystal Palace take on Manchester United at Selhurst Park this Saturday, with the Eagles eager to kickstart their Premier League campaign.
After a strong finish to last season, Oliver Glasner’s side has yet to find their footing in the league, still hunting for their first win. A slow start could be attributed to many players returning late from international duties over the summer. However, midweek saw a glimmer of hope as the Eagles secured their first victory of the season, defeating QPR in the League Cup, with new arrival Eddie Nketiah bagging his debut goal.
On the other side, Manchester United are riding high after a dominant 7-0 thrashing of Barnsley in the League Cup, a result that has further fueled their confidence following a shaky start.
Last weekend, Erik ten Hag’s men secured a 3-0 win over Southampton, showcasing their counter-attacking prowess with Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, and Amad Diallo battling for two wide positions.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Crystal Palace vs. Man United live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this Premier League match in UK:
- TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Ultra HDR
- Live stream: Sky Go app, NOW TV
In the United Kingdom, the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Manchester United will be available for live TV broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Members will be able to watch on a live stream via NOW TV and Sky Go app.
What time does Crystal Palace vs. Man United kick off?
| Date | Saturday, September 21 |
| Kick-off time | 5:30 p.m. BST |
| Venue | Selhurst Park |
| Location | London, England |
This Premier League clash takes place at Selhurst Park in London, England, and kicks off on Saturday, September 21 at 5:30 p.m. local time (BST).
Crystal Palace vs. Man United predicted lineups, team news
Chadi Riad, Rob Holding, and Matheus Franca are all set to miss out, while Trevoh Chalobah remains a doubt after suffering a minor injury following his last-minute loan switch from Chelsea on deadline day.
Palace have shown some vulnerability at the back, but in midfield, the duo of Adam Wharton and Cheick Doucoure will look to press high and quickly release the ball to forward players, especially the ever-enterprising Eberechi Eze, Eddie Nketiah, and Jean-Philippe Mateta up front.
Ismaila Sarr made an impact off the bench against Leicester, and the creative spark of Japanese playmaker Daichi Kamada could prove decisive in the clash against United. Summer signing Eddie Nketiah, fresh off the mark with a goal against QPR, is likely to lead the line once more.
Crystal Palace predicted XI (3-4-2-1, right to left): Henderson (GK) — Lacroix, Guehi, Clyne — Mitchell, Wharton, Kamada, Munoz — Eze, Nketiah — Mateta.
Injured: Riad, Holding, Franca, Chalobah (doubt)
Suspended: None
Rasmus Hojlund (hamstring) and Mason Mount (muscular injury) have both returned to Manchester United training ahead of Saturday’s Premier League showdown against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
Neither player featured in the 7-0 EFL Cup thrashing of Barnsley on Tuesday, with the Danish forward watching from the sidelines as United cruised into the next round.
Although Højlund and Mount are not expected to start against Palace, they trained with the first team on Wednesday and could make the bench as the Red Devils aim for their third consecutive win in all competitions.
In more positive news, Luke Shaw (calf) is reportedly making good progress in his recovery.
Meanwhile, summer signing Leny Yoro is still waiting for his competitive debut after suffering a fractured metatarsal against Arsenal in pre-season. The young defender is not expected back until November, and there’s no confirmed return date yet for Tyrell Malacia, who is recovering from a serious knee injury.
Man United predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Onana (GK) — Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez, Dalot — Ugarte, Mainoo — Amad, Fernandes, Rashford — Zirkzee.
Injured: Shaw, Yoro, Malacia, Lindelof
Suspended: None
Crystal Palace vs. Man United prediction
This clash promises plenty of excitement, with goals likely on the menu. Crystal Palace have the ability to put Manchester United under pressure and make life difficult, but it seems that United’s firepower up front will eventually see them through.
Palace might feel unfortunate not to have secured a win so far this season, and they certainly have the weapons to unsettle a somewhat inconsistent United side. However, it feels like United’s attacking prowess will prove decisive in the end.
Prediction: Crystal Palace 0-2 Man United
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times BST
Saturday, September 21
- West Ham vs. Chelsea (12:30 p.m.)
- Aston Villa vs. Wolves (3:00 p.m.)
- Fulham vs. Newcastle (3:00 p.m.)
- Leicester vs.Everton (3:00 p.m.)
- Liverpool vs. AFC Bournemouth (3:00 p.m.)
- Southampton vs. Ipswich (3:00 p.m.)
- Tottenham Hotspur vs. Brentford (3:00 p.m.)
- Crystal Palace vs. Manchester United (5:30 p.m.)
Sunday, September 22
- Brighton vs. Nottingham Forest (2:00 p.m.)
- Manchester City vs. Arsenal (4:30 p.m.)