Manchester United suffered a resounding 4-0 defeat at the hands of Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, deepening their woes in the race for European qualification. The match highlighted United’s ongoing struggles under Erik ten Hag, with the Eagles thriving under new manager Oliver Glasner.
Michael Olise and Jean-Philippe Mateta fired Palace into a commanding lead with incisive first-half goals, capitalizing on a makeshift United defense that featured Casemiro at center-back. United’s woes continued after the break as Tyrick Mitchell added a third before Olise struck again, compounding the visitors’ misery.
Casemiro endured a torrid evening, epitomizing United’s defensive frailties. His attempted tackles were described as “embarrassing” by pundits, and he was directly at fault for Palace’s opening goal. The Brazilian midfielder’s struggles underscored United’s lack of defensive cohesion and creativity throughout the match.
This defeat leaves United in eighth place, outside the European places with three games remaining, including a crucial fixture against Arsenal. The loss raises serious questions about Ten Hag’s ability to revive United’s fortunes, with fans voicing discontent and uncertainty surrounding the manager’s future.
Michael Olise was the standout performer for Palace, tormenting United’s defense with his skill and finishing prowess. His brace sealed a memorable victory for the Eagles, who secured their first league double over United.
The result casts further doubt on Ten Hag’s tenure at Old Trafford, with growing speculation about the manager’s future amid a disappointing campaign for the Red Devils.
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