Manchester United vs Crystal Palace Predictions and Betting Tips

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Manchester United kick-off the new season at Old Trafford as they play hosts to Crystal Palace. With the sights set on the new season, Man United will intend on being a lot more consistent just like they managed in the second half of the season. Will the London side prove to be a stumbling block for United's Premier League opener?

Manchester United have lost just once to the London side in 16 meetings. Palace's only win came at the Selhurst Park last season as Hodgson's side recorded a hard-fought 2-1 win. However, since their promotion in the 13/14 season, Palace has lost 12 times to the Mancunians. What is more telling is that they've picked up one point on only three occasions.

Man United faithful look forward to the new season

Solskjaer and his troops secured a place in the UEFA Champions League following their third-place finish last season. Portuguese midfielder Bruno Fernandes played a major role in that final push for the top four as United embarked to a 14-game unbeaten run equaling the club's record.

However, given their quiet transfer window with van de Beek the only major signing, this season could be a very daunting one for the Reds. Teams like Chelsea and Everton could prove to be tough for the Reds to beat looking at their signings. As a result, the race for the top-4 is expected to be a very big task for the Manchester-based outfit. Will they be able to prove the doubters wrong?

The Eagles' 'mid' start to the new season

Crystal Palace started the season with a positive result on opening day as they ran out 1-0 winners against Southampton. Although Zaha scored the all-important goal, Guaita put out a stunning performance in goal to make sure the London side kept their first clean sheet of the season.

Hodgson and his troops were on the wrong end of a penalty shootout when they clashed with Bournemouth in the EFL Cup on Tuesday. Luka Milivojevic, after scoring the first penalty of the shootout missed on his second attempt as Bournemouth progressed- all players fired from the spot.

Man United vs Crystal Palace Team News

Manchester United possible starting XI:

De Gea; Wan-Bissaka, Lindelof, Maguire, Shaw; Matic, Pogba; rashford, Fernandes, Greenwood; Martial

Crystal Palace possible starting XI:

Guaita; Mitchell, Dann, Kouyate, Ward; Zaha, Milivojevic, McArthur, Townsend; Ayew, Batshuayi

Man United vs Crystal Palace Prediction: 3-1

The Reds will be intent upon making a statement as they kick-off their season on Saturday. Although Palace might exploit United's defence on the break, the home side has one of the deadliest strike forces in the league and, therefore, are expected to pick up this win.