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Precisely as Ruben Amorim probably assumed his luck remained negative, his side secured the home side's opening Selhurst Park setback in league competition since February.

The Palace manager's players started strongly justifiably opened the scoring through Jean-Philippe Mateta's retaken penalty. However they failed to make their dominance count following earlier difficulties to find the net at Selhurst, United struck back two times in quick succession from the Dutch forward plus the former Chelsea player.

Difficult Afternoon for Palace

This represented a difficult afternoon at the end following a busy period for Glasner, who observed the Senegalese international leave injured with a concerning injury before half-time.

His Portuguese counterpart likely maintained his emotions in check while walking down the tunnel directly following the game's end.

Strategic Modifications

Amorim had played down comparisons between the two coaches' tactical approach in the buildup, although he acknowledged that Glasner's team "are just doing things better than us|aspects superior to ours|elements more effectively".

His response to the disappointing loss versus reduced Everton was to change the wide defenders, with Amad Diallo shifting to the right side as Diogo Dalot assumed Dorgu's position.

Initial Chances

The visitors likely felt a chance to benefit since they possessed additional preparation time and came close to leading within the first minute.

An extended delivery created confusion in the home penalty box however incredibly Dean Henderson produced a point-blank save near the net to stop the Brazilian.

Home Side's Control

The near miss functioned as a warning for Palace after the early kick-off that was dictated by TV requirements.

Rapidly attempts commenced appearing in quick succession. After missing numerous attempts on Thursday, it appeared perhaps it wouldn't be the striker's opportunity after he sent shots wide of the target in the initial phase.

Opening Goal

But in a week where negotiations regarding the forward's renewal faced delays, it was the France international who found the breakthrough.

A further accurate delivery from the England international lured Leny Yoro into making contact after recently producing a brilliant block to deny Yéremy Pino, the young defender had to trip Mateta inside the area.

Second Half Turnaround

Palace's shot-stopper came out wearing a cap to protect his vision from the glare but he will be disappointed for permitting the visitors to draw equal post the break.

Glasner's team was unprepared by a quick Bruno Fernandes free-kick and Zirkzee was able to chest the ball down and pivot in one motion to produce a shot that sailed into the far corner.

Decisive Goal

Having survived a goalmouth scramble where Zirkzee almost scored once more in his own net, their day improved further shortly afterward as the Dutch attacker was fouled outside the penalty area by the English center-back.

A temporary uncertainty developed in the defensive wall as the captain passed the set-piece toward Mount permitting Mount to score past the keeper using a fierce strike.

Crucial Victory

Missing the Senegal international's acceleration to utilize, the home team struggled to create additional opportunities allowing Amorim's team to secure a crucial victory which moves the Red Devils climb above Palace into sixth place.