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      Inside Liverpool stars’ night out in London’s West End as players celebrate extending title advantage at swanky venue

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      WHAT better way to celebrate ripping up the Prem than getting your teeth into a meal at the Pirana?Liverpool celebrated their nine-point title lead with a night-out at one of the trendiest restaurants in London’s West End.The Prem leaders chose the Pirana restaurant in LondonCredit: w8mediaTrent Alexander-Arnold looked particularly relaxedCredit: w8mediaWataru Endo and Dominik Szoboszlai were two of the more casually dressed players, with back-up keeper Caoimhin Kelleher in the backgroundCredit: w8mediaMo Salah’s huge smile gave away the fact he was the two-goal heroCredit: w8mediaMo Salah had pipped the Cherries with both goals in a 2-0 win on the South Coast.And hours after that victory at high-flying Bournemouth, Arne Slot’s men wore smiles as wide as their Prem advantage as they strolled into the Mayfair eatery.Salah, not surprisingly, had the biggest grin.And as the Reds arrived, most of them casually addressed, it was noticeable how relaxed they look.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDominik Szoboszlai rocked a flowery blue jacket, but Wataru Endo gave the midfielder a run for his money fashion-wise in a multi-zip green number.But many stars were happy in simple stuff like jeans and T-shirt at avenue that boasts “entertainment and a live DJ every night”.Curtis Jones added a denim top to that laidback look, and despite the wintry weather Trent Alexander-Arnold didn’t even wear a jacket.Pirana boasts a “delightful fusion of Japanese and Peruvian flavours” – with prices from £8 for an Edamame beans starter to £440 for Beluga Caviar.Most read in FootballCurtis Jones cut a cool figure as he entered the eateryCredit: w8mediaAlexis Mac Allister shone in the 2-0 win at Bournemouth but was taken off soon after escaping a second bookingCredit: w8mediaLuis Diaz gave a slight nod to the club’s colours with this look, while Mac Allister peers out behind himCredit: w8mediaJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSYou could also pay £40 for Tuna Tartare or £50 for the “Premium Sushi” dishes of lobster and Wagyu beef.And if you really don’t mind getting hammered with the bill for wagyu, then you could go for the “Australian Tomahawk”… at £495.Bournemouth star Julian Araujo celebrates with fans in pub holding a pool cue after Southampton win despite not playingSome of those prices might not be down to earth.But the togetherness in the Liverpool squad, as well as the attitude of boss Slot, appears to be just that.After seeing off Bournemouth, the Dutchman said: “We had to play at the top of our abilities and needed luck to win this game. “They hit the bar or the post two times and they were constantly trying to force things. “They had other chances as well and I don’t think we actually controlled the game.”You could buy a salad at Pirana for £16, but you can’t put a price on Salah.He’s now the Prem’s sixth highest scorer ever on 178 goals, although Alan Shearer remains well clear at the top of the list on 260.And although the Egyptian’s future beyond this season is in doubt, Slot has no doubts over his value on the pitch.He argued: “The second goal was the difference between the two teams. It wasn’t an easy or a simple chance, the way Salah scores is so calm.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It shows you how much quality he has to win a game like this. The rest of the team and him worked so hard to keep the clean sheet.”Maybe all that concentration was why keeper Alisson appeared to have the most serious expression when he walked into the Pirana!Alisson had the most serious lookCredit: Credit: w8mediaVirgil van Dijk was smartly dressed, albeit with a yellow phoneCredit: Credit: w8media More

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      Legendary Mercedes driven by five-time F1 champion sold for £42.7MILLION – more than double previous record

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      AN ICONIC Mercedes Formula One car has made history by doubling the record for the most expensive Grand Prix car ever sold.The striking silver Mercedes W196 R Stromlinienwage, chassis number 00009/54, was sold for a staggering £42.7million (€52.92m) by an unnamed buyer.The Mercedes W196 R has been sold for £42.7m at an auction in GermanyCredit: PAThe car was driven in 1955 by F1 icons Juan Manuel Fangio and Sir Stirling MossCredit: Times Newspapers LtdThe striking silver car doubled the record for most expensive grand prix car soldCredit: PAIt is one of only four complete designs builtCredit: PAOne of only four complete versions ever built, it is only one of the most famous racing cars ever made having been driven by five-time F1 champion Juan Manuel Fangio and British icon Sir Stirling Moss.Boasting a top speed of 186mph, the remarkable machine that typifies the “Silver Arrows” nickname claimed victory on its debut in 1955 at the Buenos Aires Grand Prix, but with a cigar shaped open-wheel design.It won five more races that season to win both the driver’s and constructors’ championship.The car was sold by RM Sotheby’s on behalf of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart, Germany.READ MORE IN F1The previous record for the most expensive grand prix car sold also belongs to a Fangio-driven Mercedes, the 1954 Mercedes W196 which sold at Goodwood, England for £19.6m ($29.6m) in 2013.However, it pales in comparison to the most expensive sports car ever sold.That title belongs to 300SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe, which was sold in May 2022 for £113m ($140m).The W196 R was donated to the IMS by Mercedes in 1965, and was held for almost 60 years before being auctioned off to raise funds for the museum’s restoration efforts.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSIMS curator, Jason Vansickle, said: “It’s a beautiful car, it’s a very historic car, it’s just a little bit outside our scope window.”We’ve been fortunate to be stewards of this vehicle for nearly 60 years and it has been a great piece in the museum but with this auction and the proceeds raised, it really will allow us… to be better in the future.”Mercedes launch sleek new PureSpeed racer with NO windscreen & 195mph top speedMercedes withdrew from the motorsport in 1955 following a Le Mans 24 Hours disaster which tragically killed 84 people.They eventually returned in 2010, where they have since won eight constructors titles and seven drivers titles – six with Lewis Hamilton and one with Nico Rosberg. More

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      Man Utd 0 Crystal Palace 2: Amorim’s woeful side slip to 13th as visitors leapfrog Red Devils with smash-and-grab win

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fell to their 11th Prem defeat of the season as Crystal Palace leapfrogged them in the table.Ruben Amorim’s gamble of starting Kobbie Mainoo in attack did not pay off, although Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zrikzee failed to change things after coming on.Jean-Philippe Mateta was the hero once again for Crystal PalaceCredit: ReutersThe striker reacted quickest to fire in a rebound for his firstCredit: ReutersMateta rounded off Palace’s victory with his second easy goalCredit: RexJean-Philippe Mateta was the hero for Palace once again with a second-half double.The striker reacted quickest to fire in a rebound after Maxence Lacroix’s header hit the bar on 64 minutes.Mateta then finished United off int he 89th minute after bursting through on goal with Daniel Munoz.United’s woe deepened when Lisandro Martinez went off in tears on a stretcher.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe Argentina centre-back appeared to have suffered a serious knee injury following a challenge with Palace winger Ismaila Sarr.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAlejandro Garnacho gets into training with Man Utd first team New signings Patrick Dorgu, left, and Ayden Heaven were unveiled ahead of kick-offCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd player ratings: Amad Diallo best of bad bunch in Palace horror show as Harry Maguire dominated by Mateta

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      RUBEN AMORIM’s striker experiment went down like a lead balloon as Crystal Palace beat Manchester United 2-0 at Old Trafford.United set pieces woes continued. And double goalscorer Jean-Philippe Mateta was the only striker on the Old Trafford pitch on Sunday.Kobbie Mainoo started ahead of both strikers Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus HojlundCredit: AlamyRuben Amorim and Oliver Glasner carried wreaths to mark the anniversary of the Munich Air DisasterCredit: GettyAmorim’s latest bold tactic saw midfielder Kobbie Mainoo lead the line as the No.9. And it failed miserably.Mainoo starred as a No.10 in United’s Europa League win against FCSB win on Thursday. But Amorim can’t do this again in the Prem.United started well but soon struggled to get out of their own half as Palace established a foothold and were organised without the ball.The Red Devils had ten shots in the first-half, with zero on target. And Oliver Glasner showed United how to use wing-backs.READ MORE ON MAN UTDNo matter the system, individual errors showed the fragility that lurks below the surface. SunSport rates and slates every United player…Andre Onana – 5Was left vulnerable by a shaky back-line and beaten by Lacroix’s looping header, which came off the crossbar into Mateta’s path. But not much he could’ve done about the second goal.His opposite number Dean Henderson, who departed Old Trafford for Selhurst Park in 2022, had a great game, though.Most read in FootballLeny Yoro – 5Came in for De Ligt, who was benched. Was inches away from scoring his first United goal early on. His positioning was a problem at times.Harry Maguire – 4Lost his battle with striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, who held the ball up well and got in behind every time and was left stranded for his goal.Hasn’t connected with Yoro. Palace, namely Sarr, opened them both up with ease and should’ve buried some chances through Mateta.Lisandro Martinez – 6Was stretchered off after jarring his knee in the 79th minute.Seems to be enjoying his new role in Amorim’s 3-4-3, with sharp, crisp passing from deep into the forward lines.The Argentine has been scoring the goals recently, but blazed a centre-back’s shot over the bar on the brink of half-time.Martinez was left in tears as he was stretchered offNoussair Mazraoui – 5He was okay in the right wing-back role again but it is obviously not his best position.Was asked to shoot too often, with Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee both sitting on the bench. Diogo Dalot – 4Bizarrely ducked for Munoz’s back post headed chance on 10 minutes.Awful link-up play with a horrible blind pass inside the Palace box in a promising team position before the break. He’s not a left winger and it’s clear why Patrick Dorgu has been signed.Manuel Ugarte – 6Missing in the middle when Mateta’s stunning 80-yard run. Missed half a chance in the second-half. Bruno Fernandes – 5Restricted. Couldn’t get forward much and was unlucky not to score from his usual 20-yard territory after being denied by Henderson.Was one of three United players booked.Bruno Fernandes struggled to break Palace down in the first-halfCredit: GettyAmad Diallo – 6Great individual runs, on and off the ball. Dropped to wing-back after Mainoo came off and was involved in anything good creatively.Alejandro Garnacho – 5Predictable build-up. But worked hard tracking back as one of the two 10s.Kobbie Mainoo – 4Huge experiment by Amorim to have Mainoo lead the line, albeit falsely. It didn’t pay off, but it wasn’t all his fault.It looked promising early on when the England star set up Garnacho and hit post inside six minutes.But he didn’t get the service or have the hold up play required to be effective. READ MORE SUN STORIESSUBSHojlund (’70 for Mainoo)Zirkzee (’70 for Mazraoui) More

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      Kyle Walker named in AC Milan starting XI for huge derby vs Inter as ex-City star joined by wife Annie Kilner in Italy

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      KYLE WALKER got the nod to make his AC Milan debut by starting in the huge derby against Inter.And he will be cheered on by his wife Annie Kilner and their kids after they flew out to Italy to watch the crunch clash. Kyle Walker makes his AC Milan debut against arch-rivals InterCredit: GettyThe English right-back, 34, completed his loan switch to the Serie A giants from Manchester City last week.Annie, 31, Roman, 12, Riaan, nine, Reign, seven, and baby Rezon then headed to the fashion capital on a private jet on Friday afternoon after a turbulent week. He was not in the squad to face Parma last weekend or eligible for the Champions League clash with Dinamo Zagreb on Wednesday.However, Rossoneri boss Sergio Conceicao threw him in from the start in one of the biggest matches in world football.The City captain – deemed surplus to requirements by Pep Guardiola – was brought straight into the starting XI for the Sunday showdown.Walker will be hoping to keep his new side’s faint hopes of qualifying for the Champions League alive – and denting Inter’s title ambitions.Milan go into the ‘home’ San Siro clash down in eighth – one place above Roma but 16 points behind their city enemies and ground-share rivals.Inter, meanwhile, know victory would see them leapfrog Napoli to the top of the Serie A table. Most read in FootballThe game kicks off in Milan just 30 minutes after Walker’s parent club City get underway in the mammoth clash at Arsenal.Walker’s future appears to be away from the Etihad, despite his contract running until 2026. He had an “uncomfortable” conversation with Guardiola where he told the manager he wanted to leave and AC Milan do have the option to make the loan deal permanent at the end of the season. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Brentford 0 Tottenham 2: Nervy Spurs eventually kill off game for vital win to ease looming relegation fears

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      THIS was not Ange Ball, but, frankly, who cares?Certainly not Tottenham fans, who were genuinely starting to worry about being sucked into a relegation battle and were singing “We are staying up” come the end.Tottenham take a bizarre lead at the GtechCredit: ReutersSpurs celebrate their unusual opener in front of their fansCredit: AlamyAnd probably not Ange Postecoglou either, whose need for this reviving win was becoming desperate.The Aussie’s position has been coming under more and more scrutiny after a bleak winter culminating in one win in 11 league games.He has been able to point to a crippling injury crisis as a mitigating factor and progress in the cups as a reason to believe.But make no mistake, the 59-year-old needed this victory and will have taken any means necessary to get it.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe unsightly opener that paved the way to the precious three points summed up the game as a whole.Captain Son Heung-min swung in a corner on 29 minutes which rookie goalkeeper Hakon Valdimarsson got nowhere near and Vitaly Janelt turned into his own net.In fairness, Spurs’ killer second was a vintage Postecoglou free-flowing move, ended by a clever finish from Pape Matar Sarr.But it did not mask the fact that, overall, this was a scrappier, far more pragmatic display than the ex-Celtic chief is known for.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYThat was likely influenced by the fact Postecoglou’s absentee list was again in double figures, and surprisingly included Micky van de Ven.The Dutchman had been expected to get more than the 45 minutes he played in his comeback match against Elfsborg on Thursday.Inside making of Spurs whiz Bergvall who outshone Kulusevski and Gyokeres as kid Postecoglou said it was purely down to “managing his minutes” and that hopefully he would be ready for action “by the end of the week”.Whether that meant the 23-year-old would be fit for Thursday’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg at Liverpool – Spurs’ biggest game of the season – was anyone’s guess.With Spurs sweating on the severity of Radu Dragusin’s knee injury – sustained against Elfsborg and keeping him out of this game – at least they had moved quickly to bring a new central defender.Kevin Danso’s loan switch from RC Lens, which will be turned permanent for £20million in the summer, was confirmed a few hours before the game.The ex-Southampton loanee, 26, was not in attendance at the Gtech but did post on social media a picture of himself watching the game on the telly.With neither Van de Ven, Dragusin nor Danso available, Postecoglou was forced to partner Archie Gray and Ben Davies in the middle of his defence.Neither are natural centre-backs, though both have played largely in that position during the Aussie’s tenure.Gray had looked set to join Brentford in the summer before Spurs pinched him at the 11th hour, making him the fourth most expensive 18-year-old of all time at £40m.That hijacking habit of Spurs came in useful again over the last couple of days to snare Danso, who had been due for a medical at Wolves until the North Londoners stepped in.Brentford fans clearly had not forgotten Gray’s late change-of-heart as he was regularly booed when on the ball.It did not disturb his focus though as the teenager made a number of solid blocks that snuffed out dangerous attacks at source.The game was bitty and drifting – until an opening goal arrived, out of nowhere.With Mark Flekken out through a thigh strain, Icelander Valdimarsson was handed his first Premier League start in nets for Brentford.But Spurs clearly sensed a vulnerability in the 23-year-old at high balls and when Son swung in a corner just before the half hour, Valdimarsson got nowhere near it with Yves Bissouma blocking his path.It was left for the unfortunate Janelt to turn into his own net from close range.The goal put Spurs in with a chance of a first league victory on the road – or in any league game – since the 5-0 spanking of Southampton since mid-December.Hence the subsequent self-deprecating chants of “How s*** must you be, we’re winning away” from the travelling supporters.Brentford had been imperious at home this season but looked fairly toothless here.Yet Spurs knew how dangerous Bryan Mbeumo was, given he had netted four times in his last four games.And it was only thanks to Richarlison bravely taking a goal-bound Mbeumo blast to his face, knocking him off his feet, that the score remained 1-0 going into the break.Brentford tried to step it up after the break but Tottenham, playing deeper than usual, were relatively comfortable.And with a few minutes to go, they suddenly showed just what they CAN do when everything clicks and confidence is flowing under Postecoglou.Some neat build-up play saw Rodrigo Bentancur ship the ball wide to Son, who played the ball through for Sarr to tuck under the goalkeeper.READ MORE SUN STORIESThere has been so much talk of Dr Tottenham in recent weeks – the mocking moniker for Spurs when they somehow find a way to lose to teams woefully out of form.But going into their enormous week in the cups, a result like this was just what the doctor ordered for Postecoglou. 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      Lisandro Martinez stretchered off in tears after sickening injury leads to huge delay in Man Utd vs Crystal Palace clash

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      LISANDRO MARTINEZ was left in tears after suffering a horror injury against Crystal Palace.The stretcher was immediately called and the incident led to a six-minute delay.Lisandro Martinez was distraught as he got carried offThe defender appeared to be in a lot of painCredit: RexMartinez appeared to injure his ankle as he challenged for the ball with Palace winger Ismaila Sarr.As he stretched for the ball with his left foot his right caught the turf and appeared to get stuck slightly.For the latest follow our live blogThe Argentine was left in a heap on the ground and physios quickly rushed onto the pitch.Martinez received lengthy treatment before being carried off on a stretcher.It is not the first horror injury Martinez has incurred at Old Trafford.He spent months on the treatment table in his first season at the club after breaking his metatarsal.Soon after returning from that setback the defender picked up another freak injury after his knee bent awkwardly during a tussle with West Ham’s Vladimir Coufal.Most read in FootballMatthijs de Ligt was brought on as Martinez’s replacement but United were undone on their left flank as Daniel Munoz burst through before squaring to Jean-Philippe Mateta to score.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThat was the striker’s second goal of the match as Palace sealed a 2-0 win.The Red Devils have now failed to win in their four previous meetings with the south London club.Europa League draw sees Man Utd, Tottenham and Rangers straight through to the last 16 More

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      Lisandro Martinez injury updates – Man Utd vs Crystal Palace halted after defender suffers sickening knee injury in loss

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      LISANDRO MARTINEZ left the pitch on a stretcher in tears in Manchester United’s 2-0 defeat by Crystal Palace.The match was stopped and hit by a lengthy delay as Martinez received treatment from medics on a knee injury.It is not the first horror injury Martinez has happened at Old Trafford.The Argentine star spent months on the treatment table in his first season at the club after breaking his metatarsal.Jean-Philippe Mateta scored a stunning double for Palace with the second coming after the match resumed following the stoppage.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…More on MartinezIt is unfortunately not the first horror injury Lisandro Martinez has incurred at Old Trafford.He spent months on the treatment table in his first season at the club after breaking his metatarsal.Soon after returning from that setback the defender picked up another freak injury after his knee bent awkwardly during a tussle with West Ham’s Vladimir Coufal.Copy linkCopiedMartinez injury latestLisandro Martinez was left in tears after suffering a horror injury in the 83rd minute.The stretcher was immediately called and the incident led to a six minute delay.Martinez appeared to injure his ankle as he challenged for the ball with Palace winger Ismaila Sarr.As he stretched for the ball with his left foot his right caught the turf and appeared to get stuck slightly.The Argentine was left in a heap on the ground and physios quickly rushed onto the pitch.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedFull time – Man Utd 0-2 Crystal PalaceIt’s back to losing ways for dysfunctional Manchester United.After lucking out at Fulham last Sunday, the Red Devils are having to contend with another home defeat – this time at the hands of a competent Crystal Palace and the feet of Jean-Philippe Mateta.The striker made is six goals in his last five games with a second half double that demonstrated just how deadly he can be inside the box.For United though, it’s now five defeats from their last six at Old Trafford. Where does Ruben Amorim go from here with a squad he has already labelled as the worst ever in the club’s history?Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-2 Crystal Palace90+7. Oliver Glasner embraces Ismaïla Sarr as he comes off the field to be replaced by Justin Devenny.It’s a deserved hug for the former Watford man, who has been excellent this afternoon.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-2 Crystal Palace90+5. Hojlund has a shot that’s comfortably charged down.Too little. Too late. Two-nil.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-2 Crystal Palace90+3. Empty seats are appearing all across the stadium apart from in the away end where the noise is only getting louder.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-2 Crystal Palace90. There will be NINE minutes of additional time to play at Old Trafford – but the game already looks up for Manchester United.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-2 Crystal Palace89. Jean-Philipe Mateta has two! Crystal Palace have two! And the Eagles are heading for all three points!It’s wonderful work Ismaïla Sarr, who brings the ball inside and threads a pass through into the path of Daniel Munoz.The right wing-back storms forward beyond the United defence and then has the awareness to pick out Mateta in the middle, who had town away from the trailing Harry Maguire.A comprehensive finish late and the away fans are in raptures. Copy linkCopiedMateta at the double!Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace87. This time Henderson claims the corner with both hands and Palace can regroup. The goalkeeper has had a very good game.Meanwhile, Christian Eriksen is on for his 300th Premier League appearance. Manuel Ugarte has gone off.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace85. Henderson does well to punch clear a corner swung straight under his crossbar.It’s a reprieve that doesn’t last long though, and soon the ball is back with De Ligt crossing dangerously. Hughes flicks behind for another corner.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace83. That was a long pause so while seven minutes remain on the clock, there will be plenty of stoppage time added on.Both sets of players went through some impromptu warm-ups as Martinez was being treated. Now they need to step up again.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace81. Martinez is carried from the pitch, and it’s upsetting to see the player look in such distress.He receives a standing ovation as he departs, and it’s now up to Matthijs de Ligt to come on and take over in troubling circumstances.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace78. The stretcher is now on and there are a lot of concerned looks around the stands at Old Trafford.It looked to be the knee that twisted as Martinez reached out to put his leg to the ground. It’s a real worry for the defender and all at Manchester United.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace76. Ouch! This is a really sore one for Lisandro Martinez.Battling with Ismaïla Sarr for a bouncing ball, the defender stretches and plants his leg in the most awkward manner.He immediately signals to the sidelines, and now looks in real discomfort. The physio is on and this doesn’t look good.Copy linkCopiedFrom Martin Blackburn at Old TraffordJust like in the first half, United started brightly after the re-start but could not keep up the momentum. And while Palace wasted their chances at the end of the opening period, they were not going to let the hosts off again. Mateta – who fluffed a big chance just before the break – was on hand to force home the rebound after Lacroix’s header bounced off the bar.Yet another home defeat is looming for United.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace74. Bruno Fernandes takes control in the box and looks to shoot, only to be closed down by five Palace defenders.The United captain recycles play by teeing up Amad, who curls hopelessly over from the edge of the box.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace72. A cynical trip from Hughes sends Hojlund sprawling in the centre of the pitch.It’s a clear yellow card although the midfielder points out it wouldn’t have happened if Eze had been awarded a free-kick seconds earlier.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace70. Manchester United need a goal. Rasmus Hojlund needs a goal. Joshua Zirkzee needs a goal.Both strikers are now on, taking over from Kobbie Mainoo and Noussair Mazraoui. Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace68. Rather than rallying since falling behind, United are suddenly looking shakey.Palace smell blood, and Hughes has the chance to slip in Mateta for a second but overcooks his pass.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace66. Bruno Fernandes was booked for dissent in the aftermath of that Crystal Palace goal.I’ve no idea what he may have been complaining about, but he’s not alone among those inside Old Trafford.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-1 Crystal Palace64. Crystal Palace lead through Jean-Philippe Mateta!It’s an instant impact from substitute Ebere Eze, who swings a delightful free-kick over for Maxence Lacroix to meet.The defender’s thumping header crashes against the crossbar and with Andre Onana grounded, Mateta reacts quicker than Harry Maguire to follow up and bury into the empty net.The travelling fans celebrate, and now sense another victory over Manchester United.Copy linkCopiedBreakthrough!Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-0 Crystal Palace61. Daichi Kamada replaced Ebere Eze in the Crystal Palace team for this one, but now it’s the Japanese midfielder that makes way. Eze is on – and the Palace fans signal their approval.Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 0-0 Crystal Palace60. Oliver Glasner is preparing Ebere Eze.Because, you know, Manchester United didn’t have enough to worry about.Copy linkCopied More