Man Utd Stage Dramatic Comeback, Beat Crystal Palace 2-1 to Rise to Third

Manchester United secured three important points after defeating Crystal Palace 2-1 in Week 28 of the Premier League at Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester, on Sunday, 1 March 2026, local time.

This victory propelled the Red Devils into third place in the provisional Standings with 51 points from 28 matches. They now trail Arsenal, who remain firmly at the top, by 10 points. Meanwhile, the defeat leaves Crystal Palace stuck in 14th place with 35 points, safe by 10 points from the relegation zone.

In the match, Manchester United had to work hard after falling behind early. Palace took a quick lead when the game was just four minutes old. Maxence Lacroix scored a goal with a header from Brennan Johnson's corner kick, making it 1-0.

The visiting team threatened the home defense again through an attempt by Ismaila Sarr. However, MU Goalkeeper Senne Lammens managed to save that chance.

Trailing by a goal, MU increased the intensity of their attacks. Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro both had opportunities, but the score remained 1-0 to Palace until halftime.

Entering the second half, the momentum of the match shifted. MU were awarded a penalty after Lacroix fouled Matheus Cunha inside the penalty area. The situation became more difficult for Palace as Lacroix was immediately shown a red card in the 56th minute, forcing his team to play with 10 men.

Bruno Fernandes, stepping up as the executor, calmly carried out his task. His shot was unsaveable by Dean Henderson, leveling the score at 1-1 in the 57th minute.

MU capitalized on their numerical advantage to keep pressing. In the 65th minute, a Bruno Fernandes cross was met by a Benjamin Sesko header that shook the Palace net, turning the game around to 2-1.

For the remainder of the match, MU continued to try to add to their lead, while Palace sought an equalizer despite playing with 10 men. However, when the final whistle blew, the score remained 2-1 for The Red Devils' victory.

This result tightens the race at the top of the Premier League and keeps Manchester United's chances alive to continue competing for the title this season.