Player ratings: Blunt Man Utd again as they crashed 2-0 at home to Crystal Palace

Manchester United endured a frustrating afternoon at Old Trafford as Crystal Palace secured a 2-0 victory on Sunday.

United started brightly, with Kobbie Mainoo hitting the post in the first half, while Andre Onana produced a superb save to deny Jean-Philippe Mateta, keeping the game goalless at the break.

However, Palace took the lead shortly after the hour mark when United failed to clear a set piece, allowing Mateta to tap home after the ball rebounded off the crossbar.

United’s woes deepened late on as Lisandro Martinez was stretchered off with a knee injury before Mateta struck again, sealing the win for Palace.

Andre Onana – 5

Made a superb save from Mateta in the first half, though the referee mistakenly awarded a goal kick. However, his positioning was questionable for Maxence Lacroix’s header.

Leny Yoro – 5

Struggled positionally and should have made contact with Amad’s inviting cross. Was outjumped by Lacroix for the first goal.

Harry Maguire – 5

Defended solidly early on but was booked for a reckless challenge on Mateta. Played Daniel Muñoz onside in a key moment.

Lisandro Martinez – 6

Engaged in physical duels with Mateta but unfortunately suffered a serious knee injury, forcing him off on a stretcher.

Noussair Mazraoui – 5

Offered more attacking intent than usual but had little impact overall. Substituted after United conceded the opener.

Manuel Ugarte – 5

Fought hard in midfield but was unable to control proceedings against Jefferson Lerma and Will Hughes. Forced a good save from Dean Henderson. Booked.

Bruno Fernandes – 5

Tried to create openings, but United lacked cutting edge. Hesitated when he had a shooting opportunity in the 73rd minute.

Diogo Dalot – 4

Unable to build on his goal in midweek. Provided no real attacking threat and was once again playing out of position due to United’s left-back crisis.

Alejandro Garnacho – 6

Had a promising shot blocked early and delivered a dangerous cross that went unanswered. One of United’s few bright sparks.

Amad – 4

Produced a fine cross that Yoro failed to connect with but faded from the game after moving to the wing.

Kobbie Mainoo – 6

Started as a makeshift centre-forward and looked sharp early on, creating a chance for Garnacho and hitting the post. However, he faded after the first 15 minutes.

Rasmus Højlund – 5

Introduced later than he should have been but made little impact.

Joshua Zirkzee – 5

Came on alongside Højlund but had a sloppy start, kicking the ball out with his first touch.

Matthijs de Ligt – 5

Replaced the injured Martinez. Did his job without any standout moments.

Christian Eriksen – 5

Came on late but failed to influence the game.

Ruben Amorim – 4

Showed tactical flexibility by deploying Mainoo as a forward, but United remained blunt in attack. With just two shots on target, he should have made substitutions sooner.

Next Up: United will look to bounce back in their FA Cup clash against Leicester City, where Patrick Dorgu could make his debut.