Manchester United frontman Anthony Martial sent another message to Erik ten Hag on Tuesday, scoring for the third game in succession in pre-season. The France international broke the deadlock in the 3-1 win against Crystal Palace in Melbourne to continue the Red Devils' 100 per cent record this summer.
It is a perfect start for new manager Ten Hag, who will be particularly pleased about his forwards impressing at a time when uncertainty surrounds the future of Cristiano Ronaldo.
Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford were also on the score sheet, with Joel Ward netting a consolation for Palace.
Martial has been particularly impressive on tour after being given the chance to fight for his future. And after goals against Liverpool and Melbourne Victory, he opened the scoring after 17 minutes, with a well-taken finish.
Rashford doubled United's lead three minutes after half-time and Sancho added a third just before the hour.
Ward struck in the 74th-minute and United youngster, Will Fish, was sent off late on for a professional foul on Victor Akinwale, but Ten Hag's side held out to maintain their flawless pre-season record.