Manchester United was disgraced by Dean Henderson's good defense and bad luck in the net.
Manchester United drew 0-0 in the fifth round of the English Premier League (EPL) in 2024-2025 season against Crystal Palace at 1:30 a.m. on the 22nd (Korea time). The draw kept United 11th in the league.
Manchester United started Joshua Girkj, Alejandro Garnacho, Bruno Fernandes, Ahmad Diallo, Christian Eriksen, Kobe Mainu, Diogo Dalot, Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Licht, Nusair Mazraoui and Andre Onana.
Manchester United continued to attack early in the game. In the 9th minute of the first half, Zirkji stabbed Garnacho. Garnacho tried to shoot in a one-on-one opportunity, but Henderson blew himself away and blocked it. In the 13th minute of the first half, De Ligt jumped freely and succeeded in the header, but Henderson blocked it again.
Henderson's good defense followed. In the 14th minute of the first half, Eriksen sent a sharp cross to the door. Martinez even made a shot, but he couldn't get beyond Henderson.
Manchester United suffered from bad luck in the net. In the 27th minute of the first half, Dalo's momentary penetrating pass headed to Garnacho. Garnacho immediately connected with a non-stop shot and hit the post. Bruno continued to shoot the ball that hit the post, but this shot also hit the post and became Palace's ball.
Henderson's gritty save show bothered Manchester United. Bruno's cross was put in sharply in the 41st minute of the first half. Girksey hit it on his toes, but Henderson hit it with his fingertips.
Palace created a decisive opportunity just before the end of the first half. Mitchell momentarily penetrated the side and gave up a cross. Eze shot freely, but it was in front of Onana. It was a disappointing first half because Manchester United did not score.
Manchester United's offensive continued. In the 6th minute of the second half, Bruno attempted a sensational out front shot after exchanging passes with Zirqzi and Lee Dae-il, but headed to the side of the net. In the 18th minute of the second half, Garnacho, who was somewhat quiet, attempted a surprise shot, but failed to break through Henderson again this time.
Onana also joined the show. In the 19th minute of the second half, Onana blocked a shot that Nketiah boldly attempted. The second ball headed for Ismaila Sarr. Sar's attempt to shoot also blew away Onana.
Palace missed a chance in a row. In the 27th minute of the second half, Eze and Sarr's fantastic teamwork created a scoring opportunity. Palace missed the opportunity to score the first goal as Eze's shot headed to the side of the net.
Manchester United's game became increasingly difficult as it failed to bring the tide. Unlike the first half, he was consistent with simple attacks. In the end, Manchester United had to settle for one point. Manchester United have even crumpled their pride as they have met Palace three times recently and have not won one.
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