Sun Feb 02 20:06:34 UTC 2025: **Crystal Palace Stuns Manchester United at Old Trafford with 2-0 Victory**

Manchester, England – Crystal Palace secured a stunning 2-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday, leapfrogging their opponents in the Premier League table. Jean-Philippe Mateta scored a second-half brace, his fifth and sixth goals in as many league matches this season, to secure the win and Palace’s fourth victory in their last six Premier League visits to the ground.

The match saw an exciting start with both teams creating early chances. Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo threatened early, with Garnacho’s effort blocked by Chris Richards and Mainoo’s shot saved by Dean Henderson. Crystal Palace also had opportunities, with Daniel Muñoz’s header narrowly missing the target and Maxence Lacroix’s shot saved by Andre Onana. Mateta had a clear chance before halftime, but his shot went just wide.

The second half followed a similar pattern, with both sides exchanging attacks. The introduction of Ebere Eze for Palace proved decisive. Eze’s free-kick found Lacroix, whose header hit the bar, with Mateta reacting quickest to score the opener. While Manchester United pushed for an equalizer, they were unable to breach the Palace defense, and Mateta added a second late in the game following a superb assist from Ismaïla Sarr. Palace held firm, securing their third consecutive clean sheet on the road and extending their unbeaten away run to eight matches. The win further solidifies Palace’s impressive form and leaves them above Manchester United in the league standings.

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