Manchester United moved up to third place after a thrilling comeback victory, inspired once again by the red-hot form of Benjamin Sesko.
It was a dramatic afternoon that saw early shock, VAR controversy, and a decisive late header that sealed all three points for the Red Devils.
Crystal Palace stunned the home crowd inside just four minutes. Defender Maxence Lacroix rose highest from a corner kick to power home the opener, handing Palace a dream start.
However, what began as a perfect afternoon for Lacroix quickly turned into a nightmare.
The defender’s fortunes changed when he brought down a United attacker inside the box, prompting the referee to award a penalty after a VAR review.
The situation worsened moments later as Lacroix was shown a red card for the challenge, reducing Palace to ten men and shifting momentum firmly in United’s favour.
Captain Bruno Fernandes stepped up calmly to convert from the spot, restoring parity and igniting United’s push for a winner.
Fernandes was at the heart of everything positive for Erik ten Hag’s side, dictating play and pressing the numerical advantage.
The decisive moment came when Fernandes delivered a pinpoint cross into the area, where Benjamin Sesko met it with a powerful header.
The 22-year-old forward made no mistake, netting his third goal in as many matches and once again proving to be United’s match-winner.
Sesko’s clinical finishing continues to lift Manchester United at a crucial stage of the season.
His growing confidence and knack for decisive goals have quickly made him a key figure in the club’s push near the top of the table.
Despite Palace’s bright start, the red card proved decisive as United controlled possession and capitalised on their advantage.
The comeback victory not only secures vital points but also sends a strong message about their resilience and title ambitions.
With Sesko in this kind of form, Manchester United’s rise to third looks no accident — it’s the result of momentum, belief, and a striker delivering when it matters most.
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