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Just when Ruben Amorim probably assumed his fortune wasn't changing, Manchester United managed to inflict Crystal Palace's opening Selhurst Park setback in the Premier League beginning in February.

Oliver Glasner's team dominated early justifiably opened the scoring via Jean-Philippe Mateta's second penalty attempt. But they could not to make their dominance count after previously struggling to score against Palace, United struck back two times in quick succession from their summer signing and Mason Mount.

Difficult Day against The Eagles

It was a frustrating encounter finishing after multiple matches for the home manager, who witnessed the Senegalese international limp off with a worrying issue before half-time.

His Portuguese counterpart likely maintained his feelings controlled when proceeding down the tunnel immediately after the match's conclusion.

Strategic Changes

Amorim had played down similarities regarding both managers' tactical approach during preparation, although he acknowledged that Palace "are just doing things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

His response to the poor performance against 10-man Everton involved altering the flank players, featuring the Ivorian shifting to the right side with the full-back took over from Dorgu.

Initial Attempts

Amorim's team probably recognized an opportunity to profit since they possessed three more days to prepare and almost went ahead within the first minute.

A long throw generated disorder in the home penalty box but somehow Dean Henderson executed a reflex block at his goal line to stop the Brazilian.

Palace's Dominance

The near miss served as a wake-up call for Palace post the lunchtime beginning that was dictated for broadcast purposes.

Soon the chances commenced appearing frequently. Following wasted numerous attempts during European action, it seemed like it might not be the Frenchman's match when he twice dragged efforts missing the goal in the initial phase.

First Score

But in a week during discussions about Mateta's contract extension have stalled, Mateta stepped up who opened the scoring.

A further accurate delivery from Wharton enticed the young Frenchman into making contact after recently producing superb interception to stop the winger, the young defender could only bring down Mateta within the 18-yard area.

After Break Recovery

Palace's shot-stopper came out wearing a cap to shield his eyes from the low sun but he will be disappointed for permitting the visitors to draw equal after the restart.

The home side was sleeping from a rapid Fernandes set-piece allowing the forward to chest the ball down while turning simultaneously to unleash an attempt that sailed into the far corner.

Match-Winning Goal

Having survived a frantic moment where Zirkzee almost scored again at the wrong end, their situation enhanced shortly afterward when the Netherlands forward was brought down on the edge of Palace's box by the English center-back.

A temporary uncertainty developed within the barrier during Fernandes' delivery the dead ball to the midfielder and that allowed him to defeat the goalkeeper via a strong shot.

Crucial Win

Lacking the winger's speed to utilize, the home team struggled to create another chance as United were able to secure a crucial victory elevating the Red Devils climb above Palace to sixth position.