Mason Mount jubilating with teammate
A revitalised Manchester United ended their four-match winless streak with a decisive 2–1 comeback over Crystal Palace, powered by Joshua Zirkzee’s long-overdue first league goal for the club and Mason Mount’s composed winner. After trailing at half-time to Jean-Philippe Mateta’s penalty, United returned with renewed energy, breaking Palace’s long unbeaten home run and reclaiming a place in the Premier League’s top six. The performance offered a significant lift for Ruben Amorim, whose side had come under increasing pressure following a shaky start to the 2025/26 season
Manchester United breathed new life into their Premier League campaign with a determined 2–1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, overcoming a first-half setback to secure a much-needed result.
United started with urgency, nearly scoring inside the opening minute when Casemiro forced a sharp save from Dean Henderson after confusion in the Palace defence. Despite the bright start, the visitors fell behind when Jean-Philippe Mateta converted a penalty, giving Palace a narrow lead at the break.
Ruben Amorim’s side emerged for the second half with greater intensity, and their persistence paid off. Joshua Zirkzee struck the equaliser, finally ending a 24-game Premier League scoring drought that had intensified scrutiny of his £36 million move from Bologna. The finish marked his first league goal since December 2024 and signalled a potential shift in momentum for the forward.
United continued to dominate the tempo, and Mason Mount completed the comeback with a well-taken winner, only his second goal of the season. The midfielder, who has struggled with injuries and inconsistency, delivered at a crucial moment, restoring confidence both for himself and the team.
Crystal Palace, who had not lost a home league match since February 15, saw their impressive run halted as United’s improving rhythm and second-half sharpness proved decisive.
For Amorim, the result arrives at a vital time. The manager had insisted before kickoff that his team had “no excuses” for their shaky form, and the response on a cold night in south London demonstrated exactly the resolve he had been demanding.
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