Manchester United Aim for Victory Against Crystal Palace

Manchester United will seem to solidify their fourth-place position in the Premier League with a home win against Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon. Under interim manager Michael Carrick, United have demonstrated strong form, winning five of their last six Premier League fixtures.

Carrick’s Impact and United’s Home Form

Michael Carrick’s appointment as interim manager, following Ruben Amorim’s departure, has yielded positive results for Manchester United. Their recent 1-0 away win against Everton showcased their resilience and clinical finishing. Ancient Trafford has become a fortress for United, averaging 2.08 points per home game in the 2025/26 season, scoring 1.92 goals per match. This performance aligns closely with their expected goals (xG) average of 1.95, indicating sustainable form.

Crystal Palace’s Recent Struggles

Crystal Palace have experienced a dip in form in recent weeks, winning only twice in their last 12 Premier League games since December 14th. The impending departure of manager Oliver Glasner at the finish of the season appears to have impacted the team’s morale and performance. Their away form has been relatively better, with six wins in 13 away games in the 2025/26 season.

Probable Lineups

Manchester United expected lineup: Lammens, Shaw, Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Casemiro, Mainoo, Fernandes, Diallo, Mbeumo, Cunha

Crystal Palace expected lineup: Henderson, Richards, Canvot, Riad, Munoz, Mitchell, Hughes, Wharton, Sarr, Pino, S. Larsen

Betting Insights and Predictions

United to Lead at Half-Time

Manchester United have been strong starters at home, opening the scoring in 85% of their home matches this season and leading at half-time in 62% of games at Old Trafford. Considering Palace’s potential distractions and the uncertainty surrounding their manager’s future, backing United to lead at the break presents a value opportunity, with a probability of 48.78%.

Both Teams to Score

Manchester United have scored two or more goals in their last three home games and have a consistent scoring record, finding the net in each of their previous 15 Premier League matches. Crystal Palace have too demonstrated attacking capabilities, scoring in 76.9% of their away games this season. Despite United conceding an average of 1.15 goals per home game, Palace’s ability to find the net in difficult away fixtures, including against Aston Villa and Brighton, suggests a high probability of both teams scoring, estimated at 58.82%.

Benjamin Sesko to Score Anytime

Benjamin Sesko has been in excellent form for Manchester United, scoring six goals in his last seven appearances. He averages 0.55 goals per 90 minutes. Despite uncertainty over whether he will start, his recent performance and statistical profile – ranking in the 99th percentile for shots taken and on target per 90 minutes – make him a strong contender to score anytime, with a probability of 40%.

Betting Recommendations

• Manchester United to win (1st Half): Odds of 2.05 with Betway
• Both teams to score (Yes): Odds of 1.70 with Betway
• Benjamin Sesko anytime goalscorer: Odds of 2.50 with Betway