Premier League Sunday Night: Man United Aims For Serial Victory Vs Crystal Palace

Manchester United vs Crystal Palace. (Premierleague.com)

JAKARTA Manchester United have ambitions to extend their unbeaten record when they host Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on Sunday, February 2.

Manchester United is still experiencing a volatile season under Ruben Amorim's tutelage. Despite the improvements in recent results, the problem of creativity and sharpness of the front lines is still an obstacle for the Red Devils.

Meanwhile, Crystal Palace began to rise from a bad start to the season. Oliver Glasner's men are now ranked 13th in the standings, away from the relegation zone. At the first Premier League meeting of the season, both teams drew goalless.

In the Manchester United vs Crystal Palace match, Ruben Amorim did not face any new injury problems. Luke Shaw has returned to training, although he is still doubtful about playing. Meanwhile, Jonny Evans (must injury) and Mason Mount (hamstring) still have to be absent.

Amoritism diperkirakan kembali mengandalkan skema 3-4-2-1 dengan Andre Onana di bawah mistar gawang. Trio bek tengah akan diisi Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire, dan Leandro Martinez. Sementara itu, Diogo Dalot dan Noussair Mazraoui akan beroperasi sebagai wing-back.

Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte will duet in midfield, with Kobbie Mainoo playing more advanced. Amad Diallo will support Rasmus Hojlund in attack.

The last name is in the spotlight after not scoring in the last 12 games in all competitions. Manchester United are reportedly starting to look at new strikers, including Bayern Munich striker Mathhys Tel, as an alternative.

From the Crystal Palace side, Oliver Glasner faced the squad's less ideal situation after four of his players were absent. Eberechi Eze (leg injury), Chadi Riad (lutut), Joel Ward (betis), and Cheick Doucoure (lut) still have to pull over.

Crystal Palace is expected to use a 3-4-2-1 formation with Dean Henderson under the crossbar. Chris Richards, Maxence Lacroix, and Marc Guehi will fill the back line.

Daniel Munoz and Tyrick Mitchell will operate as wing-backs, while Will Hughes and Jefferson Lerma fill the midfield. Romain Esse and Ismaila Sarr will support Jean-Philippe Mateta as the main strikers.

Since Oliver Glasner took over in February 2024, Mateta has scored 21 goals in 36 appearances. His sharpness could pose a threat to the Manchester United defense.

From the record meeting of the two teams, Crystal Palace won five of their last 11 meetings against Manchester United in the Premier League (weight three, losing three). The Eagles have even won three of their last four games at Old Trafford.

Manchester United still has not shown consistency under Ruben Amorim, while Crystal Palace has impressive away records. With their solid defense and front line effectiveness, the Eagles can again trouble the Red Devils.