Manchester United’s already damaged hopes of a top four finish face another test as the Red Devils travel to London to face Crystal Palace.
Crystal Palace vs. Manchester United: Preview and TV schedule
United’s dwindling aspirations of a top four finish face a tough test against Palace.
Michael Regan
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United’s disappointing season has been well documented as David Moyes has battled injuries and poor runs of form all the while dealing with the immense shadow of Sir Alex Ferguson. United have failed to win in their last three matches, losing against Stoke Ctiy while drawing Fulham and Arsenal. They need to close an eight point gap on Tottenham if they have any hope of getting into next season’s Champions League.
Palace have won their last three home matches and could close within three places in the table of the defending champions with a victory on Saturday. Tony Pulis’ side is on the right side of the relegation battle in 15th place, but only have a two point cushion between themselves and the drop zone.
United won the first meeting of the season between the two teams 2-0 in September behind goals from newly re-signed Wayne Rooney and Robin Van Persie.
Crystal Palace injuries and suspensions
In Doubt: Jerome Thomas (back).
Manchester United injuries and suspensions
Out: Nani (hamstring).
Palace's only injury issue is Jerome Thomas who is doubtful with back problems. United's lineup will be dictated by several players who are doubt for the match. Marouane Fellaini, Phil Jones and Jonny Evans are all dealing with injuries and could make the bench if cleared by the medical team. Nani remains out with a hamstring injury.
Projected lineups
Crystal Palace: Julián Speroni, Joel Ward, Scott Dann, Damien Delaney, Joe Ledley, Mike Jedinak, Kagisho Dikgacoi, Jason Puncheon, Tom Ince, Yannick Bolasie, Marouane Chamakh
Manchester United: David De Gea, Rafael, Chris Smalling, Nemanja Vidić, Patrice Evra, Darren Fletcher, Michael Carrick, Adnan Januzaj, Wayne Rooney, Juan Mata, Robin Van Persie
Match Date/Time: 5:30 p.m. local, 12:30 p.m. ET
Venue: Selhurst Park, London, England
TV: NBC (U.S.), Sky Sports 1 (U.K.), NBC (Canada)
Online: NBC Live Extra (U.S.)
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