With the Champions League and Europa League kicking off this week, some teams will be doing double-duty for EPL Matchweek 7. Manchester United are one of those teams, as they head to Selhurst Park to take on Crystal Palace on Sunday, Sept. 11.
Erik ten Hag’s squad has done a complete 180 since losing their first two matches, as Manchester United are on a four-game winning streak. They most recently beat previously unbeaten Arsenal 3-1, as Antony scored in his MUFC debut.
Crystal Palace have seen some struggles this season, drawing for a second-straight match against Newcastle United 0-0. The Eagles have been unable to hold a lead this season, as they have had multiple chances of ending matches with three points, but instead only left with one, or against Manchester City, with zero.
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United and Palace split the season series last year, with both teams winning 1-0 at home. However, this season might be a different story, as the Red Devils are red hot while the Eagles have been ice cold. Will Manchester United continue their winning ways? Or can Crystal Palace halt their streak?
Let’s take a look at current betting odds and get some best bets and predictions for this matchup.
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Crystal Palace vs Manchester United Odds
- 3-Way Handicap: Crystal Palace (+250) | Draw (+250) | Manchester United (+105)
- Draw No Bet: Crystal Palace (+125) | Manchester United (-225)
- Over/Under Goals: Over 2.5 (-135) | Under 2.5 (+100)
Crystal Palace vs Manchester United odds are current as of Wednesday, Sept. 7, from BetMGM Sportsbook, unless otherwise noted.
Manchester United finally got their scoring going against Arsenal, burying three in the back of the net, giving them a goal differential of 0. They also find themselves high up on the EPL table in 5th.
Crystal Palace are flirting with relegation, as they’re currently 15th with six points. Also, they’ve been outscored in matches 7-9.
Crystal Palace vs Manchester United Betting Tips
Manchester United need to control possession
The possessions for Manchester United this season have been split, as they’ve controlled the possession time in half of the matches. However, opponents have controlled the possessions in three of the last four matches. While it’s worked out well for them so far – they’ve won four straight – it’s not sustainable long term.
The back line has shined bright for United, with the combination of Tyrell Malacia, Lisandro Martínez, Raphaël Varane, and Diogo Dalot holding opponents to two goals. The counterattack came alive against Arsenal, with all three goals beginning in the defending half.
Maintaining majority possession is key against a team in Crystal Palace that have been struggling as of late.
If Crystal Palace jumps ahead, they must maintain the lead
Crystal Palace have struggled to maintain a lead this season, leading to their low spot in the standings. It has happened three times this season, and Palace have walked away with just two points instead of nine.
The Eagles took a lead into the half against Liverpool thanks to a Wilfried Zaha goal, but the Reds came back in the 61st minute to tie the match up, even down a man due to a red card. The same thing happened against Manchester City, where they took a 2-0 lead into the half, but allowed MCFC to score four unanswered. Against Brentford, they took the lead in the 59th minute before the Bees knotted it up in the 88th minute.
Given how both teams have been playing of late, it’s unlikely that Crystal Palace will take the lead in this matchup. If they do, though, they need to stand firm and maintain it.
Ball movement will be key for both sides
Manchester United moved the ball well against Arsenal, while Crystal Palace struggled in that department. Though the south London team had plenty of opportunities to score (they had nine shots on target), their attempts were right to the keeper for easy saves.
The Red Devils have been moving the ball well from the back line to the front. Their pinpoint passing led to all three goals against Arsenal.
If Crystal Palace want to walk out of this match with three points, they need to take care of the ball and have high-percentage chances. For Man United, they need to continue what they’ve been doing and keep moving the ball around.
Crystal Palace vs Manchester United Prediction
Crystal Palace 0-3 Manchester United
After their match against Arsenal, the high-scoring games will come for Manchester United. Marcus Rashford looks to be returning to form, with two goals last match. Also, the addition of Antony is already paying off.
The Red Devils have been rolling, and with all of the new signings making a significant impact, they’re showing no sign of slowing down.
Crystal Palace vs Manchester United Best Bets
➕ Manchester United Moneyline (+105) at BetMGM Sportsbook
WAGER: 1 Unit
Manchester United just beat the top team in the Premier League by two goals, they’ve won four in a row, and Crystal Palace only have two points in the last three matches. Taking the Man United moneyline at plus-odds is the best bet here.
The Red Devils had just six shots on target against Arsenal (10 total), and they made the best of every single chance they had. Everyone was getting involved with the ball movement, from Bruno Fernandes to Christian Eriksen to even Rashford, who added an assist last match.
Team chemistry is at an all-time high, and Manchester United will continue their win streak on the road.
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➕ Over 2.5 Goals (-135) at BetMGM
WAGER: 1 Unit
Arsenal were one of the top-scoring teams in the Premier League, and Manchester United held them in check and brought the attack to them. Against Crystal Palace, MUFC will hit the Over on their own.
The addition of Antony bolsters the Man United attack, and it should be noted how important he will be moving forward if he started and scored in his first match with the club. Rashford leads the team with three goals, and Jadon Sancho has been active in the attack.
Even Cristiano Ronaldo, who has subbed in the past four matches, has seen his fair share of good looks. If Man United could put up three goals against Arsenal, they’ll have no problem doing the same against Palace.
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➕ Marcus Rashford to Score & Manchester United to Win (+225) at BetMGM
WAGER: 0.5 Units
Early into this Premier League season, Rashford has established himself as a critical part of the Manchester United attack. After struggling earlier in the season, he now leads the club with three goals and two assists. It seems as if the Red Devils have found their striker.
Along with leading the team in scoring and assists, Rashford is also at the top of the club with 15 shots. It’s clear how important he is to Manchester United, as ten Hag wants him on the field as much as possible, with three 90s to Rashford’s name.
Rashford’s anytime goalscorer odds are at (+150), and since I have Manchester United winning this match, getting more juice by combining the two seems like the smarter option.
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