Man Utd vs. Crystal Palace: Preview, Predictions, and Lineups

Man Utd's Form:: United has been the Premier League’s form team since Michael Carrick took charge, collecting the most points in the English top flight.

Crystal Palace's Focus:: Palace, ten points clear of the drop zone, may prioritize the Conference League after progressing to the last 16.

Key Player:: Benjamin Šeško is set to start for Man Utd after scoring three times off the bench under Carrick. His poacher's instincts could be crucial against a potentially deep defensive block.

Defensive Strength:: Man Utd has kept three clean sheets in their previous six games, showcasing their improved defensive capabilities.

Tactical Analysis:: Carrick has made one change to the lineup that started the win at Everton, with Sesko rewarded for his fine form.

Man Utd (4-2-3-1):: Lammens; Dalot, Yoro, Maguire, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Cunha; Šeško.

Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1):: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Canvot; Muñoz, Wharton, Hughes, Mitchell; Sarr, Strand Larsen, Johnson.

Location:: Manchester, England

Stadium:: Old Trafford

Date:: Sunday, Mar. 1

Kick-off Time:: 2 p.m. GMT / 9 a.m. ET / 6 a.m. PT

Referee:: Tom Bramall

VAR:: Craig Pawson

A:: Manchester United has been in excellent form since Michael Carrick took charge, winning five and drawing one of their last six matches.

A:: Yes, Crystal Palace is without Jefferson Lerma and Cheick Doucouré due to injuries.

A:: The match kicks off at 2 p.m. GMT / 9 a.m. ET / 6 a.m. PT.