Analysis and odds for MU vs Crystal Palace at 21:00 on March 1st, English Premier League

28/02/2026 07:40:00 esportapi

Analysis and odds for MU vs Crystal Palace at 22:30 on March 2nd. Predictions for the result, expected lineups, and expert analysis for the match between MU and Crystal Palace in round 28 of the English Premier League.

Match Analysis: MU vs Crystal Palace

90-Minute Odds: 0 : 1

Total Goals: 2 3/4

Manchester United enter round 28 in 4th place with 48 points from 27 matches, winning 4 and drawing 1 of their last 5 games. A 1-0 victory at Everton has kept Michael Carrick's side in control of their top-four destiny. Since Boxing Day, they have been the league's best-performing team, taking 16 out of a possible 18 points from their last 6 matches and remaining unbeaten in 11 of their 12 home games this season.

At Old Trafford, Man United have scored 25 goals, accounting for 52% of their season total of 48, averaging 1.92 goals per home game, ranking them 3rd in the league for home scoring efficiency. They have also conceded just 1.15 goals per match here. Notably, the "Red Devils" have unleashed 429 shots after 27 rounds, the highest in the league, averaging 15.9 attempts per game, while also being among the top 3 teams for most goals scored and fewest defeats. Bryan Mbeumo is currently 9th in the Golden Boot race with 9 goals, while Benjamin Sesko is in fine form with 5 non-penalty goals in 2026.

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Crystal Palace currently sit 13th with 35 points. They have won 2, drawn 1, and lost 2 of their last 5 matches, recently beating Wolves 1-0 before overcoming Zrinjski in the Conference League. However, Palace have won only 1 of their last 8 away trips in the Premier League, although their away defense has been relatively solid, conceding 14 goals in 27 rounds, averaging 1.08 goals per game – ranking 3rd in the league for away defense. Jean-Philippe Mateta is their top scorer with 8 goals.

Looking at the last 5 meetings, Palace have won 3, Man United 1, with 1 draw. However, the reverse fixture in November 2025 ended 2-1 to Man United. In the last 9 encounters, a scoreline of 2-3 goals has been the most frequent. Man United average 1.22 goals per game against Palace, 0.56 lower than their seasonal average, indicating these are typically tight contests. Given their stable form and home advantage, the Old Trafford side is still rated slightly higher for this rematch.

Team News for MU vs Crystal Palace

Manchester United: Lisandro Martinez (calf), Mason Mount doubtful; Patrick Dorgu (thigh), Matthijs de Ligt (back) absent; Bryan Mbeumo likely to return.

Crystal Palace: Jefferson Lerma, Cheick Doucoure, Eddie Nketiah injured; Jean-Philippe Mateta doubtful.