Manchester United will tonight attempt to avoid more misery on the road as they travel to face Crystal Palace.
Erik ten Hag’s side have not won away from Old Trafford in the Premier League for more than two months, with United stumbling towards the end of the season in what could be the Dutchman’s final few weeks in charge of the club.
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It remains to be seen whether Ten Hag keeps his job, but a draw at home to Burnley last time out did little to lift the mood.
There will be no Champions League football for United next season – sixth appears to be the best finish they can hope for.
Oliver Glasner has led Palace away from the relegation battle and the Eagles will be full of confidence, having taken 10 points from their last four matches.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Crystal Palace vs Man Utd is scheduled for an 8pm BST kick-off time tonight, Monday May 6, 2024.
Selhurst Park in London will host.
Where to watch Crystal Palace vs Man Utd
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Coverage starts at 6.30pm, ahead of an 8pm kick-off.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Sky Go app.
Live blog: Follow all the action LIVE with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog, featuring expert insight and analysis from our reporter at the ground, Dom Smith.
Crystal Palace vs Man Utd team news
Eberechi Eze is expected to return for Palace in a significant boost. He was left out against Fulham, but Glasner confirmed after the match that was precautionary after he picked up a knock.
Jefferson Lerma is close to being available again after a hamstring injury, and Marc Guehi could also return for the Eagles.
Marcus Rashford has missed United’s last two games with injury and is a major doubt, while Scott McTominay is in a race to be fit after he suffered a knee issue against Burnley. That could mean Mason Mount is handed a rare start.
Jonny Evans, Luke Shaw, Lisandro Martinez and Anthony Martial are all closing in on a return to first-team action, but it remains to be seen if this match comes too soon.
Bruno Fernandes is a doubt after Ten Hag confirmed a knock for his captain in the Burnley draw.
Harry Maguire has also been ruled out after suffering a muscle injury, which leaves him as a doubt for the FA Cup final.
Crystal Palace vs Man Utd prediction
Palace won at Old Trafford back in September and they will be eyeing a famous over United.
Every team gets plenty of chances against Ten Hag’s side, who have shown little interest in tightening up despite playing with near enough a non-existent midfield every week.
With Palace clicking into gear recently and United continuing to produce poor performances, the Eagles are well-capable of piling more pressure on Ten Hag.
Crystal Palace to win, 2-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
This has been a highly competitive fixture of late, with the last eight meetings split evenly at three wins apiece plus two draws.
Crystal Palace wins: 11
Draws: 13
Man United wins: 41
Crystal Palace vs Man Utd latest odds
Crystal Palace to win: 5/4
Draw: 14/5
Man United to win: 9/5
Odds via Bet365 and subject to change.
