Michael Owen states his prediction for Crystal Palace v Man United
The Liverpool FC legend is backing Manchester United to edge to a narrow win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Monday night
Michael Owen is backing Manchester United to edge to a narrow win at Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Monday night.
The Red Devils are in second place in the Premier League table following a morale-boosting win over Chelsea FC last weekend.
Romelu Lukaku cancelled out Willian’s first-half opener before Jesse Lingard netted in the 75th minute to secure a 2-1 win over the defending Premier League champions.
Manchester United hoisted themselves above Liverpool FC and into second place in the table ahead of their trip to the English capital.
The Red Devils are looking to secure a place in next season’s Champions League after qualifying through winning the Europa League last term.
Former Liverpool FC striker Owen is tipping Manchester United to edge to a narrow win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Monday night.
“Palace have yet to win against Manchester United in the Premier League in 17 previous games although Palace showed against Spurs last weekend that they can roll their sleeves up and defend in numbers despite their recent injury woes,” Owen told BetVictor.
“Palace have lost all eight Premier League games without Wilfried Zaha and scored just one goal in those games. Monday’s game might come just too soon for Zaha to return to Roy Hodgson’s squad although he is reported to be nearing a return to full fitness.
“United may have to be patient but I expect them to take all three points.”
Manchester United won the Europa League and the League Cup in their first season under Mourinho.
The Red Devils finished in sixth place in the Premier League table last term but Manchester United secured a spot in the Champions League after a 2-0 win against Dutch giants Ajax in the Europa League final.
Manchester United signed Alexis Sanchez from Arsenal in the January transfer window.
