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United climb to third after 2-1 win over Palace

Manchester United won 2-1 at Old Trafford against Crystal Palace, with goals from Lacroix, Cunha, and a penalty by Bruno Fernandes, securing a move to third place in the Premier League.

Manchester United secured a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Old Trafford. Maxence Lacroix opened the scoring for Palace, but Matheus Cunha's goal was overturned after a VAR check, awarding United a penalty that Bruno Fernandes converted. Benjamin Sesko added a second for United, sealing the win and moving the club to third in the Premier League.

Palace, who sit 15th, were unable to recover after the penalty, while United's win gives them three crucial points. Jørgen Strand Larsen was substituted early in the match.