Manchester United held to draw by Crystal Palace

The home side are counting on a good performance from former United goalkeeper Henderson, and Casemiro and Antony’s team remain in mid-table

Zeroed

Manchester United drew 0-0 with Crystal Palace in the fifth round of the Premier League on Saturday. The Red Devils dominated the action in the first half, the hosts were better in the second half, but Onana and Henderson were largely responsible for there being no goals at Selhurst Park. At the option of coach Erik ten Hag, Casemiro and Antony spent the entire game on the bench.

Walls

Manchester United had 15 shots, six of which were on target. Former Red Devils goalkeeper Henderson shone and made saves that kept the score at zero. After the break, Crystal Palace grew and it was Onana who had to work hard, especially in the game’s biggest chance, stopping Nketiah and Sarr in the same move. The London team had eight shots, half of which were on target.

Eye on the table

The draw saw Manchester United drop to 7 points and 11th place. Crystal Palace have 3 and are in 16th place. Check out the Premier League table .

In the next round, the Red Devils face Tottenham at Old Trafford, four days after also hosting Twente in the Europa League. The London team takes on Everton at Goodison Park.