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Manchester Utd vs Crystal Palace: Mateta on fire as Eagles silence Amorim's men at Old Trafford

Two goals from Jean-Phillipe Mateta helped Crystal Palace record a huge 2-0 win against Manchester United at Old Trafford.
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Manchester United's 3 game winning streak came to an end in brutal fashion as Crystal Palace secured all three points with a dominant performance and 2-0 win.

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Despite a bright start, United struggled to capitalize on their early superiority with Alejandro Garnacho's effort blocked by Chris Richards, and Kobbie Mainoo firing just wide.

Palace grew into the game, with Tyrick Mitchell's cross headed wide by Daniel Munoz.

The visitors continued to press, and Jean-Philippe Mateta should have scored but his chip was tipped wide by André Onana.

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After the break, United briefly regained momentum, but Palace soon took control.

Mateta proved to be the difference-maker, poking home the opener home after Maxence Lacroix's header came off the crossbar.

Mateta sealed the win with a simple finish after Muñoz's assist, leaving United boss Amorim scratching his head as his side's three-game winning streak was brought to an end.

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