Manchester United showed brilliant character to come from behind and beat Crystal Palace away from home.
Mason Mount and Joshua Zirkzee scored their first goals of the season to rescue all three points for Manchester United at Selhurst Park.
Heading into half-time, the Red Devils were trailing to Jean-Philippe Mateta’s spot-kick. Thankfully, Ruben Amorim’s words at half-time inspired a brilliant comeback.
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United were staring at four Premier League matches without a win before turning the game on its head in south London. Now, United have climbed into the top seven.
Ruben Amorim, Manager of Manchester United, looks on prior to the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Manchester United at Selhurst Park on November 30, 2025
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Man United comebacks have been rare under Ruben Amorim
Amorim spotted that Palace were tiring towards the end of the first half, and United punished their lack of energy after the break.
Unfortunately, coming back in the second half of matches has been rare for United under Amorim.
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In fact, United had won none of their last 10 Premier League matches when trailing at half-time. The comeback against Palace finally ended that streak.
United have struggled in the second half of matches this season. The match against Palace was the first time the Red Devils have won a second half all season.
Man United must capitalise on easy fixture run
United have a hectic fixture list over the winter, but the league matches in the schedule are favourable.
Amorim had the toughest start of any manager in the Premier League, facing Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea early in the season.
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It means that United head into the majority of their winter matches as favourites. Up next is a visit from West Ham, and victory could lift United into the top four.
After that, United visit a winless Wolves side and will be expected to win. With no European distractions, players returning from injury and a favourable run, now is the time for Amorim to put together a strong run.