Michael Olise’s stellar performance powered Crystal Palace to a resounding 4-0 victory over Manchester United, marking the club’s first-ever Premier League double over their illustrious opponents and compounding Erik ten Hag’s woes.
Olise showcased his brilliance with two goals, complemented by strikes from the in-form Jean-Philippe Mateta and Tyrick Mitchell, as Palace’s resurgence under manager Oliver Glasner gains momentum.
Amid speculation linking him with a move to Old Trafford, Olise dazzled at Selhurst Park, tallying nine goals in 12 league starts this season. His dazzling efforts in the 12th and 66th minutes sum up Palace’s dominance, securing their fourth win in five Premier League matches.
Tyrick Mitchell was on hand to tap in a goal from close range after Adam Wharton delivered an excellent cross in the 58th minute. French prodigy Olise then seized on a mistake by Casemiro to launch a powerful shot past a helpless Onana.
From the outset, Glasner’s team displayed strong determination against a Manchester United side that simply didn’t show up at Selhurst Park.
Eberechi Eze and Olise had ample space to dominate the game and consistently troubled United.
Ten Hag’s team had a few threatening moments, with Casemiro having two goals disallowed-the first for a foul on Dean Henderson and the second for offside.
Odsonne Edouard nearly added insult to injury, but his shot in injury time hit the post.
Despite the return of some key players, including Evans, United struggled from the outset. Olise’s early breakthrough, evading challenges from Christian Eriksen and Casemiro, set the tone for Palace’s dominance, leaving United’s defense in disarray.
With a game against title contenders Arsenal up next, United needs to make significant improvements to avoid another heavy defeat.
Many United fans believe it is time for a change of boss at Old Trafford Ten Hag fails to arrest a slide in his second season in charge.
