Manchester United picked up another victory this weekend, coming from behind to beat Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.
Manchester United have now picked up six wins in seven under Michael Carrick, with this being another which went far from smoothly.
The Red Devils were behind early as Leny Yoro lost Maxence Lacroix at a corner as the French defender’s looping header went in off the post.
United came back to win 2-1 with goals from Bruno Fernandes and Benjamin Sesko in a much-improved half against 10 men.
This moves United above Aston Villa into third in the Premier League, and there were plenty of winners and losers worth noting.
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Winners
First, the winners for United.
Benjamin Sesko: After a week-long clamour for him to start, Sesko backed up Carrick’s decision with a second-half headed goal to make it 2-1 at the time.
Four goals in his last five games for United, Sesko is the Premier League’s in-form striker as he continues to improve and demonstrate why he was considered one of the most exciting strikers in Europe.
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Bruno Fernandes: The past couple of weeks have been uncharacteristically quiet from Fernandes, but he was back to contributing on Sunday.
Fernandes scored the equaliser from a penalty before providing a wonderful assist for Sesko’s goal, which was the winner.
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This sees him pass the 100 assist mark for United, with the Premier League record in his sights.
Matheus Cunha: After being integral against Everton, Cunha started slowly against Palace. But he was great in the second half.
From winning the penalty with a smart run to tearing down the left on a number of occasions, Cunha was key in United’s come-from-behind win.
He was also the one forward not to be taken off, showing his importance to Carrick.
Casemiro: After a slow start across the pitch, Casemiro was among those who would have been disappointed with his performance, but he dominated the rest of the game.
The Brazilian dominated, winning more duels than anyone else on the pitch and made Adam Wharton look a fraction of his best.
The farewell tour is in full swing, yet he’s showing no sign of slowing down.
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Some great performances today!
Manchester United's Portuguese midfielder #08 Bruno Fernandes (L) congratulates Manchester United's Slovenian striker #30 Benjamin Sesko
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Losers
Just the one loser from this game.
Luke Shaw: It has been an outstanding campaign for United’s number 23, with his injury record almost defying belief, but it came to an end against Palace.
After a shaky start, Shaw was withdrawn 22 minutes into the game as he limped away down the Old Trafford tunnel.
That may signal the end of his record of starting every game this season, and United don’t have another left-back.
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