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At the moment when the United manager probably assumed the team's momentum remained negative, the Red Devils managed to inflict Crystal Palace's opening Selhurst Park setback in league competition since February.

Oliver Glasner's side had been rampant and deservedly took the lead via Jean-Philippe Mateta's second penalty attempt. But they could not to make their dominance count and having failed to score against Palace, the visitors responded twice in nine minutes from their summer signing and Mason Mount.

Difficult Afternoon for Palace

It was a frustrating day concluding of a long week for the Palace boss, who observed his winger leave injured with a concerning injury before half-time.

His Portuguese counterpart likely maintained his feelings controlled when proceeding off the pitch immediately after the final whistle.

Strategic Changes

Amorim had played down parallels involving his and Glasner's tactical approach ahead of the match, though recognizing that the opposition "currently execute things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

His response to the disappointing loss versus reduced Everton was to change both wing-backs, with Amad Diallo occupying the right wing while the Portuguese took over from Dorgu.

Opening Chances

The visitors likely felt a opening to capitalize since they possessed three more days to prepare and nearly scored first after 43 seconds.

A lengthy throw-in created confusion in the Palace area but somehow the ex-United shot-stopper made a close-range stop near the net to deny Casemiro.

Eagles' Control

The near miss functioned as a warning for Glasner's men after the early kick-off which was determined by the television schedulers.

Rapidly attempts began to come thick and fast. Subsequent to squandered numerous attempts in midweek, it appeared it might not be the striker's opportunity after he sent efforts missing the goal during the first quarter.

Breakthrough

But in a week where negotiations regarding the striker's new deal have stalled, it was the France international who provided the first goal.

A further accurate delivery by the midfielder lured Leny Yoro into the challenge following an earlier excellent defensive stop to deny Yéremy Pino, the young defender could only bring down his fellow Frenchman inside the area.

Second Half Turnaround

Henderson re-emerged in a baseball cap to protect his vision from the low sun yet he'll feel regret to have allowed United to draw equal after the restart.

The home side was sleeping from a rapid Fernandes set-piece and Zirkzee was able to control with his chest and pivot in one motion to unleash an attempt that found the top corner.

Match-Winning Strike

Following weathering a goalmouth scramble when the Dutchman nearly netted once more in his own net, their afternoon got even better moments after when the Netherlands forward was brought down near the 18-yard line by Marc Guéhi.

A brief pause occurred among the defenders as the captain passed the dead ball to the midfielder permitting Mount to beat Henderson with a powerful drive.

Vital Three Points

Without Sarr's pace to call on, Glasner's side found it difficult to generate another chance as United were able to complete an important win elevating United move above Palace up to sixth spot.